Real Time Revolution at Fort Ticonderoga

Attend the 250th Anniversary reenactment of the capture of Fort Ticonderoga by Ethan Allen, Benedict Arnold, and the Green Mountain Boys as well as the immediate aftermath. Examine the real story behind America’s First Victory and learn of America’s first offensive push of the Revolution. Attend the night-time program and witness the Green Mountain Boys storming the gates to capture Ticonderoga.

May 9, 2025 Event Schedule

• Experience history come to life at Fort Ticonderoga with engaging guided tours, thrilling musket and cannon demonstrations, and an exploration of North America’s largest collection of 18th-century military artifacts. Stroll through historic gardens, uncover the strategic significance of Mount Defiance, and witness the evolution of military tactics from the French & Indian War to the Revolution. With interactive programs running throughout the day, every visit offers an unforgettable journey into America’s past.

May 10, 2025 Event Schedule

• Discover the epic history of Fort Ticonderoga through engaging guided tours, thrilling musket and cannon demonstrations, and an exploration of its world-class museum and historic gardens. Experience the battles that shaped America, witness 18th-century military life in action, and take in breathtaking views from Mount Defiance. With interactive programs running throughout the day, every visit brings the past to life in an unforgettable way.

May 10, 2025 Night event ONLY

• Step back in time for an immersive evening at Fort Ticonderoga, where you'll meet British soldiers and their families in the tense final hours before America’s First Victory. Explore their barracks, hear their stories, and then witness the dramatic reenactment of the Green Mountain Boys' surprise attack under the cover of darkness. This unforgettable experience brings history to life with vivid storytelling and thrilling live-action drama.

Sunday May 11, 2025 Event Schedule

• Step into the dramatic days of 1775 at Fort Ticonderoga with immersive tours, live reenactments, and thrilling demonstrations. Watch as British soldiers unknowingly walk into a captured fort, witness the Green Mountain Boys’ arrival, and see America’s first prisoners of war march toward captivity. With guided museum tours, historic garden walks, and cannon firings, history comes alive through action-packed storytelling and unforgettable experiences.

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