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Fort Ticonderoga Open from early May through late October 9 am to 5 pm Constructed in 1775 and originally named Fort Carillon by the French, Fort Ticonderoga (Indian name for between two waters - Lake Champlain and Lake George) was built to block British invasion routes during the Seven Years War. The fort was captured in 1759 by British Commander Lord Jeffery Amherst who rebuilt the destroyed fort and renamed it. The fort was captured by Benedict Arnold, Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys on May 10, 1775. The capture of the fort was the first American victory of the Revolutionary war. In 1908, the fort was rebuilt by the Pell family after over a century of neglect. Now, visitors can tour the museum, which features remnants of the war and tells the story of the revolution, listen to the music of the fife and drum corps, and see live cannon demonstrations. World-renowned collections of muskets, powderhorns and artifacts are on display documenting the experience of the soldiers and Native peoples who lived and fought here. Restaurant and picnic area. Admission (2001) is $10 for adults, $9 for seniors 60 and above, $6 for children seven to 12, and children six and under are admitted free of charge. Call (518) 585-2821 for event listings and for more information.
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