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Experience the blend of history and natural beauty like nowhere else when you visit Fort Ticonderoga. Explore 2,000-acres of America\u2019s most historic landscape, located on the shores of Lake Champlain, nestled between New York\u2019s Adirondack & Vermont\u2019s Green Mountains. Create lasting memories as you embark on an unforgettable adventure that spans centuries, defined a continent, and helped forge a nation.<\/p>\n
Hailed as one of the premier living history sites in North America, Fort Ticonderoga\u2019s staff brings history to life every day. Ticonderoga\u2019s epic history and signature stories are highlighted through innovative story telling on a grand scale, historic trades, daily soldiers\u2019 life programs, thrilling weapons demonstrations, endless outdoor activities, and captivating special events.<\/p>\n
This year, Fort Ticonderoga debuts a new chapter in its history. Experience 1774 and the peacetime garrison life for the British soldiers and their families that lived at Fort Ticonderoga 250 years ago.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span>\u201cFort Ticonderoga is a must-see destination, a center of learning, and an interactive, multi-faceted experience,\u201d said Beth Hill, Fort Ticonderoga president and CEO. \u201cDaily programs bring to life our nation\u2019s founding history and the many signature stories that unfolded here through new interactive programs and world-class museum exhibits, boat tours aboard the Carillon, living history events, special programs, lush historic gardens, Mount Defiance tours, hands-on family activities, and more!\u201d<\/p>\n 2024 Highlights Include:<\/p>\n \u2022 This year, Fort Ticonderoga debuts a new chapter in its story: Explore the year 1774. Thrill at the power of artillery and crackle of muskets through daily weapons demonstrations and new programs featuring Real Time Revolution\u2122, breathtaking gardens, historic trades, and other family adventures across the scenic historic property.<\/p>\n \u2022 Carillon Boat Cruises: Aboard the Carillon cruise boat, enjoy gorgeous, sweeping vistas of Vermont\u2019s Green Mountains and New York\u2019s Adirondack Mountains during a 75-minute narrated tour on Lake Champlain. An assortment of beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks are available for purchase onboard. Daily cruises are available starting Memorial Day weekend. Private charters and group outings are available, inquire by calling 518-585-1023.<\/p>\n \u2022 Museum Exhibitions:\u00a0 <\/span>Explore one of North America\u2019s finest collections of 18th-century military material culture. New and permanent exhibitions featuring art, weapons, and equipment from North America to Europe highlight Ticonderoga\u2019s signature stories and document warfare in Colonial and Revolutionary America and the broader Atlantic world.<\/p>\n \u2022 Lush Historic Gardens and Friendly Animals: Immerse your senses in the colors and scents of a unique American country estate and explore Ticonderoga\u2019s story after the Revolution. Visit the King\u2019s Garden or make memories with your family in a new garden designed especially for children. Discover our heritage breed animals including oxen duo, Mick and Mack. Watch for sheep grazing uneven terrain as part of our stewardship of this historic landscape today.<\/p>\n \u2022 Living History Events & Epic Battle Reenactment: Become immersed in Fort Ticonderoga\u2019s epic history during one of our exciting events this summer, including Scots Day, Independence Day weekend, and the Sound of 1776. The two-day Siege of Carillon Battle Reenactment July 20-21 features dramatic battle reenactments each day and living history vignettes. Visitors will discover the science of siege-craft, the power of artillery\u2013on land and water\u2013as General Jeffery Amherst sought to take Ticonderoga and invade French Canada. View all 2024 special events here.<\/p>\n \u2022 Breathtaking Views: Visit Mount Defiance to witness a birds-eye view of Fort Ticonderoga\u2019s epic historic landscape. Whether you hike up the mountain in the footsteps of General Burgoyne\u2019s troops or make the easy drive to the top in your car, you\u2019ll savor the spectacular beauty of America\u2019s most historic landscape. Discover how this summit shaped America\u2019s history during the \u201cMount Defiance: Witness to History\u201d guided tour offered Tuesday-Sunday at 4:00 p.m.<\/p>\n \u2022 New Family Program Adventures: In July and August, build family adventures by helping soldiers with their daily duties. Receive awards for completing the tasks. Take a guided tour designed especially for families to discover all the exciting things to do together during your visit. Mark your calendars to tackle the 6-acre Heroic Corn Maze with a new 2024 design, August-October.<\/p>\n \u2022 Summertime Premium Experiences & Tours: Enhance your Fort Ticonderoga experience this summer and enjoy exclusive premium opportunities led by museum experts, attend a behind-the-scenes program with our curator, or experience the magic of Fort Ticonderoga before or after hours. Featuring new offerings and programs back by popular demand!<\/p>\n \u201cAs a leader in delivering a premium historic destination experience, we are thrilled to welcome visitors back to Fort Ticonderoga for the daily visitation Campaign Season\u2013 building family memories, fostering enjoyment in our site\u2019s beauty, and inspiring visitors to discover the power of the past and its meaning to us today,\u201d said Hill.<\/p>\n Fort Ticonderoga and Mount Defiance are open for visitation Tuesday-Sunday May 4-October 27, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. (last ticket sold at 4:30 p.m.). Tickets can be purchased online in advance by visiting www.fortticonderoga.org or the day-of your visit at the Admissions Booth. General admission tickets are valid for two consecutive days!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Experience the blend of history and natural beauty like nowhere else when you visit Fort Ticonderoga. 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