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The Land Doesn’t Forget: Historian discusses Lake George Area Indigenous Nations and the removal of Natives from their lands

July 7, 2023July 7, 2023
slide show Lake George Indigenous people

“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

June 27, 2023

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

Battlefield Park tours offered during Path Through History Summer Weekend 2023

June 12, 2023
indian fountain in Battlefield Park, Lake George, NY

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

Battlefield Park Memorial Day Service honors Colonial-era soldiers

May 30, 2023
American Legion places wreath on grave at Memorial Day in Battlefield Park.

The Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance held its annual Memorial Day Remembrance ceremony Monday at the grave of the four unknown soldiers in Battlefield Park. … Read more

Battlefield Park Alliance to host Memorial Day remembrance ceremony

May 22, 2023
Memorial Day remembrance ceremony members of American Legion lay wreath on solder's grave

The Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance invites the public to attend its annual Memorial Day remembrance ceremony on Monday, May 29, at 10:30 a.m. The … Read more

One man’s quest to find the Battle of Lake George battle lines

April 30, 2023
historians at the ruins of Fort George

What does the statue of Father Isaac Jogues, the Tiki Resort parking lot and campsite 64 in the Lake George Battleground Campground all have in … Read more

Philip Schuyler Program draws standing-room-only crowd

April 25, 2023

He was a British officer during the French and Indian War, a Continental Army General during the American Revolution, a confidant of George Washington, and … Read more

French and Indian War Reenactors meet for Vaudreuil’s Raid

March 25, 2023

Musket fire and cries of “Vive la France” echoed off the Lake George ice this Saturday, March 25, as French and Indian War reenactors recreated … Read more

Historians to commemorate Henry Knox’s artillery march with presentation

December 9, 2022December 7, 2022
Henry Knox's artillery train image

In December 1755, with Boston under siege by the British, Henry Knox began the “noble artillery train.” Knox used oxen-drawn sleds to haul 60 tons … Read more

Photos: Fort William Henry holds Veterans Day 2022 Ceremony

November 11, 2022

Fort William Henry held its annual Veterans Day ceremony on the hotel lawn Friday morning with French and Indian War reenactors firing a 21-musket salute … Read more

Fort William Henry announces big changes for historic Carriage House

November 1, 2022
rendering Fort William Henry Carriage House renovations

Since the 70s it has been called Towers Hall with its twin towers overlooking Canada Street. Lake George Dinner Theatre began there, and the hall … Read more

Veterans Day Ceremony to be held at Fort William Henry’s Field of Flags

October 28, 2022
Field of Flags at Fort William Henry

Fort William Henry’s Annual Field of Flags ceremony will be held this Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11, 2022, on the hotel lawn, 48 Canada Street. The … Read more

Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance envisions area as a heritage hub

August 21, 2022
Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance annual meeting 2022.

2022 was a milestone year for the Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance with the Grand Opening of the Battlefield Park Visitors Center in May. Speaking … Read more

Photos: Fort William Henry commemorates Fort surrender

August 9, 2022
Reenactment of Fort William Henry Surrender

August 9, 1757, at noon, the French took possession of Fort William Henry. The British surrender brought an end to a six-day siege that left … Read more

Letterboxing 2022 challenge spotlights Warren County history

July 20, 2022

What was the Prospect Mountain Incline Railway? Who is William R. Waddell? Where did Henry Knox bring his men ashore for rest as they hauled … Read more

Diamond Point Community Church holds Taste of Diamond Point fundraiser

July 20, 2023July 17, 2022
Taste of Diamond Point

Chicken croquettes from Canoe Island Lodge, stuffed mushrooms from Lizzie Keays and the Lone Bull Pancake House’s sausage gravy on biscuits are just some of … Read more

Battlefield Park Visitor Center hours expanded to 5-days a week

June 29, 2022
Battlefield Park Visitor Center display

Beginning July 1, 2022, the Lake George Battlefield Park Visitor Interpretive Center (VIC) will be open Fridays through Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The … Read more

Battlefield Park Alliance is participating in Path Through History Weekend

June 14, 2022

The Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance will be conducting guided tours of the Park’s unique history as part of New York State’s spring Path Through … Read more

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