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Virtually Visiting Fort Ticonderoga | New York by Rail

june, 2020

junVirtually Visiting Fort TiconderogaMonth Long Event (june) Fort Ticonderoga, 102 Fort Ti Rd, Ticonderoga, NY 12883

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Virtually visit Fort Ticonderoga 

Bring history to your home and learn about the first rebel victory of the American Revolution when virtually visiting Fort Ticonderoga!

Photo courtesy of Fort Ticonderoga. Fort Ticonderoga is offering an online virtual “Soldier’s Life” program for those interested.

Virtually Visit Fort Ticonderoga

Although the Fort is temporarily closed until June 30th due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the museum has taken to virtual programming. By doing so, they are providing visitors with resources to learn about the Fort’s history while following social distancing measures. Through the Center for Digital History, the museum is bringing its award-winning educational programs to your homes. Participate in the virtual and interactive programs that teach the stories of those living at Ticonderoga in the 18th Century. In addition, you can view the thousands of artifacts, videos and other educational resources to get the full experience of the Fort online.

Attending the Fort’s online programs

These programs are open to the public and there is no fee to participate in the activities. Simply visit the museum’s Center for Digital History page to start your virtual historical experience today!

Participating in the virtual activities

This virtual showcase is open to the public and free to view! Being grouped by age, visitors can find activities ranging from building a 1776 Soldier’s Hut to 1774 A Soldier’s Mess Cooking Activity. Learn about a soldier’s life with lessons about personal equipment, food and clothing. To learn more about the virtual activities, as well as view other displays within the museum, visit the Fort Ticonderoga website!

Take Amtrak to the Fort

Visit the museum via Amtrak to the Ticonderoga Station when it reopens on June 30th, 2020—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount! The station is 1.0 mile away from the Fort, making it an easy and convenient option to get to the museum.

From the Fort Ticonderoga Station, take a reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Queensbury office today at 518-745-5020.

Time

Month Long Event (june)

Location

Fort Ticonderoga

102 Fort Ti Rd, Ticonderoga, NY 12883