Author Jack Kelly to bring ‘God Save Benedict Arnold’ book tour to Lake George
Historian and Author Jack Kelly will be in Lake George on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, to discuss his latest work, “God Save Benedict Arnold: The … Read more
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Kelly’s Angels expands scholarship program to Lake George and Mechanicville
Kelly’s Angels, the local charity dedicated to helping children and families who are facing adversity, announced the expansion of their scholarship program at a press … Read more
Carlton Raid marker unveiled; Benedict Arnold, Henry Knox programs planned
There’s a new Historical Marker in Lake George’s Battlefield Park. The sign commemorates the capture and burning of Fort George by Major Carleton’s forces on … Read more
Carlton’s Raid of 1780 remembered: Historical marker to be unveiled in Battlefield Park
It’s called “The Great Burning.” October 8-11, 1780, during the fight for American independence, British Major Christopher Carleton led 1,000 British soldiers, Native allies and … Read more
Thurman Fall Farm Tour 2023 to feature wagon rides, farm tours and artisan market
Farms and businesses in Thurman are opening their doors to the public for the annual Fall Farm Tour on Saturday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m.- 4 … Read more
Battle of Lake George: Weekend of reenactments and presentations brings history to life
The thrum of a military cadence on the skin of a snare, the deep drone and contrasting high-pitched wail of bagpipes, leaders barking commands and … Read more
Historian to present “The Battle of Lake George: Clash of Empires 1755”
Historian, educator and Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance member John-Eric Nelson will discuss the 1755 Battle of Lake George in a presentation at the Fort … Read more
“The Last of the Mohicans” program examines the convergence of history and literature
“The Last of the Mohicans” is James Fenimore Cooper’s best-known work and the total of what many people know about the French and Indian War. … Read more
Skidmore professor to discuss history and fiction in “Last of the Mohicans”
Thursday, Aug. 3, Dr. Nick Junkerman, an Associate Professor of Literature at Skidmore College, will present “James Fenimore Cooper: History & Fiction in ‘The Last … Read more
Refurbished Battle of Carillon diorama unveiled at Battlefield Park Visitor Center
In July 1758, British General James Abercromby set out to attack the French at Fort Carillon (now Fort Ticonderoga.) From the lake’s southern shore, where … Read more
The Land Doesn’t Forget: Historian discusses Lake George Area Indigenous Nations and the removal of Natives from their lands
“It’s important to acknowledge that the land we’re all standing on right now, this land, is native land — always has been,” says Jay Levenson. … Read more
Heather Bruegl to speak on the Indigenous history of the Lake George region
Wednesday, July 5, nationally recognized historian Heather Bruegl will present “A History of the Lake George Area and the Nations Who Called it Home.” The … Read more
Lake George Association installs new exhibit at Visitors Center
The Lake George Visitors Center, located on the corner of Canada Street and Beach Road, is launching the 2023 summer season with a new, interactive … Read more
Battlefield Park tours offered during Path Through History Summer Weekend 2023
On Father’s Day Weekend, visitors to Lake George Battlefield Park will have the opportunity to join a guided tour as part of New York State’s … Read more
Discovery Series returns with educational guided hikes in the Bolton area
Once again, the Lake George Land Conservancy is teaming up with Up Yonda Farm to offer a series of guided, themed hikes in the Bolton … Read more