Fort Ticonderoga Recognizes Dedicated Volunteers at Special Awards Reception
Fort Ticonderoga recently held its annual Volunteer Reception to thank volunteers and recognize their many hours of effort and dedication. Volunteers help support many areas of operations, augmenting the museum staff’s work including reenactments, gardening, museum collections, event assistance, junior fife & drum, and numerous other activities. So far in 2024, volunteers have given an […]
Fort Ticonderoga’s Volunteer of the Year Announced
Fort Ticonderoga recently announced that Frank Schlamp of Ticonderoga, NY, has received the 2015 Fort Ticonderoga Volunteer of the Year Award. Mr. Schlamp received the honor in recognition of his years of dedicated service, commitment to Fort Ticonderoga’s educational mission, and generous support in all areas of Fort Ticonderoga’s operations. Mr. Schlamp has earned the […]
3-Ways to Run Better Events
Tell Your Story The best living history events for visitors and participants are those that tell one of the unique stories within a site’s history. After decades of living history events, generic Revolutionary War reenactments are too common and do not draw the interest they once did. No event should try to bite off the […]
One-Day Visit
If your time is limited to one day, here are some suggested itineraries based around the time you plan to arrive at Fort Ticonderoga. Download Sitemap Morning Fort Ticonderoga Visit Arrive early and enjoy the serene beauty of mornings at Fort Ticonderoga. Take in the stunning views upon arrival and be sure to capture the […]
EVENT: Annual Conference for Educators
This annual day-long conference immerses teachers in primary sources, material culture, and pedagogical techniques to help connect students to history. Presentations are by classroom teachers, museum staff, archivists, and academics. The conference takes place on the Friday preceding Fort Ticonderoga’s Twenty-Seventh Annual War College of the Seven Years’ War, a weekend-long seminar focused on the […]
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Fort Ticonderoga and Mount Defiance are open Tuesday-Sunday May 4-October 27, 9:30am-5pm! Buy General Admission Tickets Buy Combination Tickets FAQ Email Us Download Sitemap
Groups
Immerse yourself in a place where history was made! Whether you are planning a field trip, a scout outing, or a bus tour, Fort Ticonderoga is a must-see destination, a center of learning, and an interactive, multi-faceted experience. Explore the beautiful gardens, find adventure in our events, march with the Fife and Drum Corps, and […]
Suggested Itineraries
Make the most of your visit with these great ways to fill your days! Count on planning at least one full day at Fort Ticonderoga. With so many programs and so much to see and do, a two day visit is highly recommended. Download Sitemap
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Plan Your Media Visit
To get the full experience, you should plan to stay at least 3-4 hours for your visit. Upon arrival, show your credentials to the Guest Service team at the Admissions Booth and proceed to the Log House Welcome Center Guest Services Desk to receive your Press Pass and media packet. Notify Guest Services Staff that […]