Fort Ticonderoga 250Ticonderoga, N.Y. (October 26, 2026) – Join Fort Ticonderoga for a one-day REAL TIME REVOLUTION® living history event on Saturday, November 7th to salute veterans service in the defense of the United States, beginning with the citizen-soldiers of 1776.

Visitors will step into Fort Ticonderoga as it appeared 250 years ago, capturing the uncertain aftermath of the successful defense of Ticonderoga, a week prior. With Washington’s army in full retreat to the south and enlistments expiring, explore the question on the minds of generals to soldiers, “…what next?”

The whole camp at Ticonderoga was pivoting in early November 1776,” said Fort Ticonderoga Vice President of Public History, Stuart Lilie. “The challenges of guarding Ticonderoga over the winter, rushing reinforcements to Washington, and convincing soldiers to reenlist all had to be addressed simultaneously, as cold weather set in.

Experience the Revolution in “Real Time”

Through dynamic demonstrations and hands-on activities, you will:

  • Witness Weapons Demonstrations: Discover the secrets of American success in Defending Ticonderoga on October 28, 1776, with cannon fire and musketry, delivered from miles of fortifications. Explore the workings of these weapons and how American soldiers built their skills, as they became veterans of another campaign season.
  • Liberty Hill Encampment: Step beyond the walls of Fort Ticonderoga to see daily life for the vast majority of the 10,000 American soldiers still at this camp. See the ongoing work to make simple wooden houses ready for the depths of winter cold.
  • Historic Trades: Feel different fabrics and watch the skills of sewing winter clothing. See the sailmaking and harness work to prepare Ticonderoga’s cannons to meet the British again. Step inside Fort Ticonderoga’s powder magazine to explore the care and craft of maintaining gunpowder and ammunition. Watch powerful teams of oxen haul supplies and personal baggage in the fall of 1776.

Special Offer for Veterans

In honor of Veterans Day, this event is free for all active and retired military personnel, as well as Fort Ticonderoga Members and Ticonderoga Ambassador Pass Holders.

This REAL TIME REVOLUTION® event is part of Fort Ticonderoga’s new Winter Quarters season schedule. From now through April, visitors can explore the fort through a more intimate experience, featuring lively living history events, engaging seminars, specialty programs, and hands-on workshops.

For the full visitor schedule and other details, visit www.fortticonderoga.org.

About REAL TIME REVOLUTION®

A Cornerstone of America 250 at Fort Ticonderoga REAL TIME REVOLUTION® is a unique multi-year campaign and a central part of its America 250 commemoration. This initiative brings the critical years of 1775-1777 to life through daily living history programs and signature events, offering visitors an unparalleled day-by-day, moment-by-moment experience of the historic events surrounding the American Revolution. Running from 2025 to 2027, this deeply immersive experience uses primary sources to inform programs that highlight Ticonderoga’s vital role in the fight for American independence and the complex figures, like Benedict Arnold, who shaped its course. Visitors can engage in signature events, deeply immersing themselves in the lives, challenges, and triumphs of soldiers and families during this defining Revolutionary period, offering a profound connection to our nation's founding.

About Fort Ticonderoga: Welcoming visitors since 1909, Fort Ticonderoga is a major cultural destination, museum, historic site, and center for learning. As a multi-day destination and the premier place to learn more about North America’s military heritage, Fort Ticonderoga engages more than 70,000 visitors each year with an economic impact of more than $16 million annually. Presenting vibrant programs, historic interpretation, boat cruises, tours, demonstrations, and exhibits, Fort Ticonderoga is open for daily visitation May through October and special programs during Winter Quarters, November through April. Fort Ticonderoga is owned by The Fort Ticonderoga Association, a 501c3 non-profit educational organization, and is supported in part through generous donations and with some general operating support made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts. To view Fort Ticonderoga’s electronic press kit, click here.

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