2019 Fort Ticonderoga Memorial Day Weekend
Celebrate Fort Ticonderoga Memorial Day Weekend on May 25-27, 2019 at Fort Ticonderoga in Ticonderoga, New York. Join us as we remember the service of the armed forces of the United States on the very ground where so many American soldiers fought and sacrificed. Experience all aspects of the life of the Continental Army soldier in 1777 and learn about what they believed would come from their sacrifice in the name of liberty.Discover the story of the American Army in 1776, rebuilding itself and digging in at Ticonderoga to defend liberty during living history programs throughout the weekend.
A full line-up of activities and programs offered throughout the weekend include daily tours in the fort, King’s Garden, and museum exhibition spaces; historic trades programs; ongoing soldiers’ life programs; weapons demonstrations; the Mount Defiance experience; and the Battlefield hiking trail.
On Saturday and Sunday, enjoy boat tours aboard M/V Carillon and sail the same shores of Lake Champlain that American sailors did in 1776. Join Fort Ticonderoga on Monday to remember the sacrifices of American Soldiers during a patriotic ceremony at 11:00 AM. For the full schedule, visit http://www.fortticonderoga.org/events/fort-events/memorial-day-weekend/detail.
“Spend the day at Fort Ticonderoga this Memorial Day weekend,” said Beth Hill, Fort Ticonderoga President and CEO. “See Fort Ticonderoga at the beginning of the American Revolution in 1776; a hive of activity as citizens turned soldiers as they build extensive lines of defenses across the Ticonderoga peninsula and beyond to try to secure to secure this vital stronghold from the British. Throughout the weekend, visitors will witness the labor of liberty as soldiers from the Continental Army bring to life this defining story through military drill, historic trades, and fatigue duties such as carpentry.”
Admission to this special living history Fort Ticonderoga Memorial Day Weekend is included in a general admission ticket.
Mark your calendar today for the Fort Ticonderoga Memorial Day Weekend so you don’t miss this exciting Revolutionary War-Era event!
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