Living History Event: "For the Good of the King's Service"

Location

Fort Ticonderoga
United States
US

Event Listings

Living History Event: "For the Good of the King's Service"
May 4, 2024May 5, 2024
Fort Ticonderoga

Living History Event: “For the Good of the King’s Service”

MAY 4, 2024 - MAY 5, 2024: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

In this exciting two-day living history event, experience peacetime garrison life in British North America on the eve of the Revolutionary War as Fort Ticonderoga begins REAL TIME REVOLUTION™! 250 years to the day, discover daily life for British soldiers and their families in 1774, with peacetime activities like gardening, shoemaking, tailoring, and boatbuilding. This event will explore family life for the British garrison, examining the many roles and challenges for women and children. Discover the story and Ticonderoga’s many other epic chapters through new programs, guided tours, live weapon demonstrations, exhibits, gardens, daily boat tours, soldiers’ life programs, the Mount Defiance experience, family activities, and more!
*Also the opening weekend of Fort Ticonderoga! Tuesday - Sunday from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM