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Museum and Reconstructed French & Indian War Fort. Discover history at the Fort William Henry Museum in Lake George, NY.

Explore interactive exhibits, guided tours, and live reenactments that bring the French and Indian War to life. Perfect for families and history enthusiasts, our museum offers an immersive experience in a historic 18th-century fort overlooking Lake George.

03/14/2026

History returns this April! 💥
The Fort William Henry Museum reopens for the season, and we can’t wait to welcome you back. Explore the reconstructed fort, experience live musket and cannon demonstrations, and discover the incredible stories that shaped the shores of Lake George.

Book your tickets today! 🔗 fwhmuseum.com

03/13/2026

Step back in time for a unique evening where history meets the table at the Frontier Food Tasting & Talk.

Guests will sample a thoughtfully curated menu inspired by 18th-century frontier life. As you taste, Melanie Sawyer & Kristen Parillo will explore how and why these foods were prepared and used during the period, offering fascinating insight into daily life on the frontier. It’s an immersive experience of flavor, storytelling, and history you won’t soon forget.

Date: March 21, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Fort William Henry Conference Center, Village Blacksmith & Albany Room
Tickets: $45 (includes tax & gratuity)
🔗 bit.ly/BattlesBevs26

03/11/2026

History comes alive at Battles & Beverages!🍻💥

Experience live musket and cannon fire unfolds before your eyes with thrilling reenactments Saturday , March 21 at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Before and after the battles, stroll through the Sutler Fair (9:30 AM–3:00 PM) where you can browse sutler goods, shop unique handcrafted items, and sample craft beverages from local vendors.

Don’t forget to grab your ticket for the Frontier Food Tasting & Talk at 3:00 PM and enjoy delicious frontier-style dishes.

It’s the perfect blend of history, action, and great company.
🔗 bit.ly/BattlesBevs26

46 Canada Street, Lake George , NY

03/06/2026

The weather is here... wish you were beautiful! or something like that... But seriously - the weather couldn't be any better for the finale weekend of the Lake George Winter Carnival! Ice is on the lake, and the temps will be soaring to 50F. Come up the hill to The Frozen Fort at Lake George from 10:30 - 4 for Living History and Musket Demonstrations and later - watch the fireworks from our North Wall at Phantoms & Fireworks – Lake George Winter Carnival.

03/04/2026

Haven't made up your mind yet about coming to Battles & Beverages and Battle Reenactments? Join us all day Saturday March 21 from 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM to shop our Sutlers, and taste & purchase various Ciders, Beers, Wines, Whiskeys and more! Battles @ 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM - we even have a Play-by-Play of each battle so you can follow along!

And did we mention that this is ABSOLUTELY FREE thanks to the French & Indian War Society at Lake George??

Vendors:
Russell Spies - Colonial Pewter, Iron and Wood
The Fort at No. 4 - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1DYWV8S39c/
Historically Speaking - Vintage glass trade beads, trinkets, period clothes, knives, and geegaws
Marie Williams - Arcadia Publishing
The French & Indian War Society at Lake George - https://www.frenchandindianwarsociety.org/
Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery
War Cannon Spirits
Meadowdale Winery
Adirondack Winery
Extreme Heights Cidery
Ledge Rock Hill Winery
Slyboro Ciderhouse
Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance

Click on the top link for more information - Free Tickets are encouraged for sign-up purposes: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/fwhmuseum/items/691819/calendar/2026/03/?flow=491017&full-items=yes

03/01/2026

History and local flavor come together at Battles & Beverages at the Fort William Henry Museum! 🍻⚔️

Join us as we commemorate the 270th anniversary of the Fort’s construction and the 268th anniversary of the March 1757 attack with a full day of winter warfare reenactments, living history demonstrations, and one-of-a-kind frontier experiences. Then warm up at our Sutler & Craft Beverage Fair, where regional breweries, wineries, and distilleries will be on hand with tastings and samples.

🎟️ Join us and experience history with a modern twist.
🔗 bit.ly/BattlesBevs26

02/28/2026

When the battles end, the feast begins…

Join us at Fort William Henry for a one-of-a-kind culinary journey during Battles & Beverages : Frontier Food Tasting & Talk on March 21, 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Fort William Henry Conference Center (Village Blacksmith & Albany Room).

Guests will enjoy a thoughtfully curated menu inspired by 18th-century frontier life while learning from Melanie Sawyer & Kristen Parillo about how and why these foods were prepared and used during the period. Discover the stories behind the flavors and gain fascinating insight into daily life on the frontier.

🎟 Tickets: $45 (includes tax & gratuity)
🔗 bit.ly/BattlesBevs26

46 Canada Street, Lake George NY 12845

A benefit for the French & Indian War Society at Lake George
https://www.frenchandindianwarsociety.org/

Address

46 Canada Street
Lake George, NY
12845

Opening Hours

Saturday	10:30am - 4pm
Sunday	10:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+15186685471

Website

https://www.fwhmuseum.com/

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Our Story

Fort William Henry commanded the southern end of Lake George November 1755 to August 1757 during the French & Indian War. The Fort is open May to October. Interpreters available to answer any questions. Military demonstrations, featuring cannon and musket firing and a history of the fort are held daily at 10, 12, 2, 4 and 5 pm. Last admission is at 5:30 pm.