Courtesy Fort William Henry Museum
Editor’s Note 5/27/22: This article has been edited to reflect revisions provided in an updated press release.
The Fort William Henry Museum, a restoration of historical significance to our democracy, located on the southern shore of Lake George, and nestled amid New York’s Adirondack Mountains, has introduced a new Augmented Reality (AR) exhibit for the 2022 season.
The new AR experience, created by Frameless Technologies, puts the viewer directly into the siege of the British fort by the French on August 8, 1757. It features a bird’s eye view of the Fort, the Entrenched Camp, and the French siegeworks firing at the Fort itself. Viewers can manipulate the AR by moving their phones to explore more of the surrounding area.
Among the other popular ways to experience Fort William Henry this season are:
- Daytime Living History Tours – Step back in time with 18th-century guides and experience life at a British fort in 1755. Watch live musket and cannon firings, play 18th Century games, and join the King’s Army. Talk with British Regulars, Provincial Troops, and Rangers to learn more about this exciting time in Colonial America.
- Haunted History Tours – Fort William Henry’s surrounding area has been the scene of countless battles, terrible diseases, and a harsh climate. Hear tales handed down over the years and the personal experiences of guides leading the tour. You may even encounter your own paranormal experience.
Fort William Henry is now open daily from 9:30 a.m-5 p.m. through Oct. 30. Visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets online at www.fwhmuseum.com/. Tickets can also be purchased at the Fort Admissions Booth on the day of visit.