Living History Event Focuses on the "Frozen Front" of the American War in the Winter of 1776

Ticonderoga, N.Y. - Step off the pages of history and onto the frozen ground of 1776! Fort Ticonderoga invites the public and media to its gripping, one-day Winter Quarters living history event, "Supplying our Army in Canada," on Saturday, January 17, 2026.

This immersive REAL TIME REVOLUTION® experience thrusts visitors into the precarious first winter of the Revolutionary War. While General Henry Knox was famously dragging cannon toward Boston, Fort Ticonderoga was operating as a critical, frozen lifeline—a desperate supply depot for the beleaguered American forces clinging tenuously to the Siege of Quebec.

Highlighted programming throughout the day brings to life Fort Ticonderoga as a critical supply depot for the Northern Continental Army in January 1776.

Frozen Highway: Witness the immense logistical challenge of war in winter. See oxen hauling massive sleds heaped with crucial rations and war materials, transforming the frozen expanse of Lake Champlain into a vital military supply route under the direction of General Philip Schuyler.

The Unsung Work: Meet the resilient New York soldiers who weathered the brutal 1775-76 winter at the fort. Join them in hands-on demonstrations like assembling an ox sled or cutting the firewood that kept the Revolution from freezing over.

Knox's Counterpart: While the "Noble Train of Artillery" gets the headlines, see the other stream of cannons also being rushed north from Ticonderoga to keep the fighting alive in Canada.

The Human Story: Discover the essential, often-overlooked service of the women who served as laundresses and nurses, mending both uniforms and wounded soldiers in the officers' quarters, highlighting the constant challenge of "remaking" the Continental Army for 1776.

“This REAL TIME REVOLUTION® event dramatically portrays a critical, frozen chapter of Fort Ticonderoga’s story, set in the winter before the Declaration of Independence was even signed,” said Beth L. Hill, Fort Ticonderoga President and CEO. “Our innovative living history programming highlights the real stories of men and women who faced enormous odds—a powerful reminder of the gritty effort that ultimately secured our independence.”

Event Details:
What: REAL TIME REVOLUTION® Winter Quarters Living History: "Supplying our Army in Canada"
When: Saturday, January 17, 2026 10AM-4PM
Time: Full schedule available at www.fortticonderoga.org
Where: Fort Ticonderoga, Ticonderoga, N.Y.
Admission: $15/adult, $10/child. Free for Fort Ticonderoga Members, Ambassador Pass holders, and children age four and under.
Note: Appropriate winter footwear is highly recommended for all attendees

For a full event schedule and more information, please visit www.fortticonderoga.org.

About Winter Quarters:
Step back 250 years into the heart of the American Revolution this winter! Fort Ticonderoga is rolling out its "Winter Quarters" season (November through April) with a powerhouse lineup of immersive living history events, premium behind-the-scenes tours, and hands-on workshops, all under the banner of its multi-year REAL TIME REVOLUTION® commemoration. Fort Ticonderoga is continuing to lead the way in our Adirondack region to offer year-round experiences. Our Winter Quarters allows us to offer unique insights into Ticonderoga’s epic history, especially as we bring the critical years of the Revolution to life, day-by-day, moment-by-moment.

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 and 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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