Sitting atop a small rise, Fort William Henry commanded the southern end of Lake George from November 1755 to August 1757 during the French & Indian War. Experience life in a British fort at this Lake George historic site and museum!
Step Back in Time at the Fort William Henry Museum
Watch a live cannon firing, play 18th century games, and join the King's Army at Fort William Henry! Open year-round, this Lake George historical site and museum always has exciting events, reenactments, and tours going on, including Guided Fort Tours, Haunted History Tours, and interactive virtual tours.
This is the place to go for family fun, field trips, and much more. Come and explore the sights and sounds of the French and Indian War!
Fort William Henry, Shepard Park & Other Locations, Lake George, NY12845
Law Enforcement Officer Weekend welcomes all law enforcement officers, active and retired, and their families from across the nation and Canada to Lake George for a fun, relaxing, and informative weekend. The weekend was developed by Officer Austin Glickman while... Event Details
6:00 PM at Fort William Henry Museum, 48 Canada StreetLake George, NY12845
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