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Lake George Area Historic Sites: Experience Local History Brought To Life

The Lake George area was a critical territory during the French and Indian War, which was fought between England and France in the mid-1700s. Although the war ended more than 250 years ago, the region was left with many noteworthy historic sites that history buffs and inquisitive children alike will want to visit. From reincarnations of military forts to museums specializing in local history, see what glimpses into the past you can catch during your next visit to Lake George.

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Reenactors
Fort William Henry Historic Fortress & Museum
Lake George, NY
Sitting atop a small rise, Fort William Henry commanded the southern end of Lake George from November 1755 to August 1757 during t... [+More]
Children exploring hands-on items in the Everyday Hometown Life exhibit
Chapman Museum
Glens Falls, NY
Located in downtown Glens Falls. The museum features the history of the Glens Falls/Queensbury area. Includes the photographs of f... [+More]
an aerial view of fort ticonderoga
Fort Ticonderoga
Ticonderoga, NY
Fort Ticonderoga is a bucket list destination! Bring the family and enjoy hands-on activities, daily weapon demos, boat tours, wor... [+More]
The exterior of Rodgers Island Visitors Center, a green building
Rogers Island Visitors Center
Fort Edward, NY
Fort Edward and Rogers Island have been a great place for people to live for thousands of years. When you step inside the Visitors... [+More]
Bolton Historical Society Museum
Bolton Landing, NY
Museum is filled with photographs and exhibits which feature hotels, old tools, boats, ice harvesting equipment, local businesses,... [+More]
Frances G Kinnear Museum of Local History
Lake Luzerne, NY
Visit the Frances G Kinnear Museum of Local History to see historic artifacts and exhibits about the history of the Hadley-Luzerne... [+More]
Lake George Historical Association & Museum
Lake George, NY
The Lake George Historical Association & Museum is a not-for-profit organization in Lake George Village that is dedicated to prese... [+More]
Warrensburg Museum of Local History
Warrensburg, NY
The Warrensburgh Museum of Local History exhibits include period clothing, logging and farming tools, school and church history, a... [+More]