TICONDEROGA — Step off the pages of history and onto the frozen ground of 1776.
Fort Ticonderoga invites the public to its one-day Winter Quarters living history event, Supplying our Army in Canada, Jan. 17.
This immersive REAL TIME REVOLUTION experience thrusts visitors into the precarious first winter of the Revolutionary War. While Gen. Henry Knox was famously dragging cannons toward Boston, Fort Ticonderoga was operating as a critical, frozen lifeline — a desperate supply depot for the beleaguered American forces clinging tenuously to the Siege of Quebec.
Highlighted programming throughout the day brings to life Fort Ticonderoga as a critical supply depot for the Northern Continental Army in January 1776.
Frozen Highway: Witness the immense logistical challenge of war in winter. See oxen hauling massive sleds heaped with crucial rations and war materials, transforming the frozen expanse of Lake Champlain into a vital military supply route under the direction of Gen. Philip Schuyler.
The Unsung Work: Meet the resilient New York soldiers who weathered the brutal 1775-76 winter at the fort. Join them in hands-on demonstrations, such as assembling an ox sled or cutting the firewood, that kept the Revolution from freezing over.
Knox’s Counterpart: While the Noble Train of Artillery gets the headlines, see the other stream of cannons also being rushed north from Ticonderoga to keep the fight alive in Canada.
The Human Story: Discover the essential, often-overlooked service of the women who served as laundresses and nurses, mending both uniforms and wounded soldiers in the officers’ quarters, highlighting the constant challenge of “remaking” the Continental Army for 1776.
“This REAL TIME REVOLUTION event dramatically portrays a critical, frozen chapter of Fort Ticonderoga’s story, set in the winter before the Declaration of Independence was even signed,” Beth L. Hill, Fort Ticonderoga president and CEO, said in a press release. “Our innovative living history programming highlights the real stories of men and women who faced enormous odds — a powerful reminder of the gritty effort that ultimately secured our independence.”
For a full event schedule and more information, visit fortticonderoga.org.
About REAL TIME REVOLUTION
A cornerstone of America250 at Fort Ticonderoga, REAL TIME REVOLUTION is a unique, multi-year campaign and a central part of its America250 commemoration.
This initiative brings the critical years of 1775-77 to life through daily living history programs and signature events, offering visitors a day-by-day, moment-by-moment experience of the historic events surrounding the American Revolution.
Running from 2025 to 2027, this immersive experience uses primary sources to inform programs that highlight Ticonderoga’s vital role in the fight for American independence and the complex figures, like Benedict Arnold, who shaped its course.
Visitors can engage in signature events, immersing themselves in the lives, challenges and triumphs of soldiers and families during this defining revolutionary period, offering a connection to our nation’s founding.
If You Go What: REAL TIME REVOLUTION Winter Quarters Living History: Supplying our Army in Canada When: Saturday, Jan. 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Time: Full schedule available at fortticonderoga.org Where: Fort Ticonderoga, 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga Admission: $15 per adult, $10 per child. Free for Fort Ticonderoga Members, Ambassador Pass holders and children age four and under. Note: Appropriate winter footwear is highly recommended for all attendees.