Fort Ticonderoga is a must-see destination! Bring the family and enjoy hands-on activities, daily weapon demos, boat tours, world-class museum exhibits, beautiful gardens, friendly animals, and more. Rain or shine, there's something for everyone!
Experience Fort Ticonderoga
Spend the day, discover the beauty, and experience the history at Fort Ticonderoga in Ticonderoga, NY! Located near the northern end of Lake George and southern tip of Lake Champlain, every day is an event at Fort Ticonderoga, and every year offers new excitement. In fact, the fort is the only site in America that tells a new story each year through dynamic historical interpretation and exhibitions, bringing to life its epic story as the key to the continent in the 18th-century.
Thrill at the power of artillery and crackle of muskets through daily weapons demonstrations and explore programs, new exhibits, gardens, historic trades, and other family adventures across the 2000-acre scenic historic property. New special events and reenactments make Fort Ticonderoga a bucket-list American destination to discover the power of history on a grand scale.
Premium Tours & Seasonal Fun
From living history to behind-the-scenes programs, battle re-enactments, workshops, seminars, and seasonal activities, there is always something happening at this family-friendly attraction. Some of the highlights include:
Daily Soldiers' Life Programs
Guided Museum Tours
New Exhibitions & World-Renowned Collections
Carillon Boat Tours on Lake Champlain
Musket Firing Demonstrations
Cannon Firing Demonstrations
King’s Garden
Hiking Trail
Fifes & Drums Performances
Heritage Breed Animals
Unique Premium Experiences & Tours
America's Fort Cafe
Heroic Corn Maze: A Corn Maze Adventure (Seasonal, July 27-Oct 27)
Plan Your 2024 Visit!
Fort Ticonderoga and Mount Defiance are open rain or shine for the season Tuesday-Sunday, May 4 through October 27, 2024, from 9:30am-5:00pm! General admission tickets are valid for two consecutive days! Experience the blend of history and natural beauty like nowhere else at Fort Ticonderoga!
Visit the website for more information on this year’s exciting new programming, special events, tours, battle re-enactments, and more. Your adventure awaits!
Create memories at Fort Ticonderoga! Open Tuesday-Sunday through October 27th, Fort Ticonderoga is full of adventures the whole family will love! Experience thrilling weapons demos and explore new exhibits, gardens, historic trades, and more across 2,000 acres of breathtaking landscape.
1:30 PM
to 3:00 PM
at
Fort Ticonderoga,
102 Fort Ti RoadTiconderoga,
NY12883
Delve into the exquisite details of the newly restored 1826 Pell Pavilion, enjoying the treasured family tales within each room and each amazing object on display.
Event Details
10:00 AM
to 5:00 PM
at
Fort Ticonderoga,
102 Fort Ti RoadTiconderoga,
NY12883
Scouts will participate in interactive and immersive programs, and explore the historic site, including the King's Garden, Carillon Battlefield Hiking Trail, and the Heroic Corn Maze with a new 2024 d
Event Details
11:00 AM
to 2:15 PM
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Carillon Boat Dock located at Fort Ticonderoga,
102 Fort Ti RoadTiconderoga,
NY12883
Join Fort Ticonderoga for its annual Bon Voyage Cruise on Lake Champlain! Savor the fall scenic beauty and enjoy the captivating narration of historic highlights aboard the 60 ft Carillon tour boat....
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