History and Holidays at Fort William Henry Museum

Fort William Henry Museum
48 Canada St., Lake George, NY  12845

12:30 PM - 6:00 PM

12:30 - 6:00 pm - This holiday season, the Fort William Henry Museum invites you to join in 18th century wintery fun with History and Holidays, a family-friendly event brimming with festive activities, guided military historical tours, interactive games, crafts, and seasonal treats, and holiday shopping. From November 30 through February 23, guests can enjoy a unique blend of historical fun, food, and winter festivities. Explore the Fun and delve into the rich history of Fort William Henry through uniformed, guided military tours with a focus on winter life at the Fort. Enjoy hands-on games and crafts that capture the spirit of the 18th century with Storytelling, and Colonial Games like: The Captain’s Mistress, Shut the Box, Click Clack, Ring Toss, and Ball in Cup. Daily crafts provide hands-on fun with options such as rope making, candle dipping, tin punching, bracelet making, ornaments, silhouettes, and textiles, pomanders and more. For outdoor fun, guests can enjoy our thrilling “No-Snow Slide,” the Cannonball Express and (weather permitting) a Native American Snow Snake. Afterward, warm up by the firepits with delicious s’mores. Inside, explore the impressive O-Gauge Train Layout and discover fascinating exhibits across three floors of the West Museum. The Sutler Shoppe will also be open, offering toasty snacks and exclusive gifts. And don't forget to grab your Fort William Henry gift cards, available online or at admissions. Seasonal Snacks and Beverages - A selection of seasonal snacks, candies and beverages will be available for purchase, including s’mores, coffee, tea, cider, and eggnog. Event Pricing and Discounts - Adults: $19.95 - Kids and Students: $14.95 - Fort William Henry Hotel Guests and Breakfast with Santa Participants: $5.00 off - Groups of 15 or more (booked in advance): $5.00 off Note: Discounts cannot be combined. Hours of Operation
History and Holidays will be open on select dates from November 30 through February 23: November 30 – December 29: Fridays & Saturdays 12:30 – 8:00 PM; Sundays 12:30 –
6:00 PM December 30 – January 5: Monday – Saturday 12:30 – 8:00 PM; Sunday 12:30 – 6:00 PM January 18 – 19: Saturday 12:30 – 8:00 PM; Sunday 12:30 – 6:00 PM February 1 – 16: Saturdays 12:30 – 8:00 PM; Sundays 12:30 – 6:00 PM February 17 – 23: Monday – Saturday 12:30 – 8:00 PM; Sunday 12:30 – 6:00 PM Free Parking is available for guests in the South Lot of the Fort William Henry Hotel and Museum at 46 Canada Street, Lake George, NY 12845. Parking for all other visitors is $10. For more information, please visit our website at fortwilliamhenry.com or contact us at info@fortwilliamhenry.com.

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