The Journal of the American Revolution has published a glowing review of Strong Ground, written by Gene Procknow. After describing the action at Mount Independence, Procknow concludes his review as follows: I strongly recommend Strong Ground to both scholars as well as enthusiasts. The book is unique, because it fills an historical gap as well … Continue reading Journal of the American Revolution review of Strong Ground
Author: Steve Zeoli
John Burgoyne and Baron von Riedesel return to the Mount Sept. 9
INVESTIGATION INTO THE REVOLUTIONARY MIND PROGRAM AT MOUNT INDEPENDENCE On Saturday, September 9, 2017, the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell, Vermont, offers its annual travel back in time interview program, “Investigation into the Revolutionary Mind,” to summon up British Lt. Gen. John Burgoyne and German Maj. Gen. Baron von Riedesel. Modern day site interpreter … Continue reading John Burgoyne and Baron von Riedesel return to the Mount Sept. 9
Hike Into History this Sunday, Sept. 3
With the start of Vermont Archaeology Month in September, take a trip to Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell, Vermont, on Sunday, September 3, 2017, for a hike into history. The tour runs from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Long time site staff Paul Andriscin and Elsa Gilbertson are your guides. The focus is on locations and … Continue reading Hike Into History this Sunday, Sept. 3
Tom Slayton’s commentary on the Mount
Former Vermont Life editor Tom Slayton recently recorded a commentary about Mount Independence on Vermont Public Radio. Listen to it here.
A Revolutionary War Weekend at Mount Independence – Aug 26 & 27
On August 26 and 27, 2017, the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell, Vermont, hosts the annual “Soldiers Atop the Mount” living history weekend—honoring the 240th anniversary of American, British, and German occupation and the 1777 Northern Campaign of the American Revolution. Reenactors and the site offer special interactive activities to engage visitors of all ages … Continue reading A Revolutionary War Weekend at Mount Independence – Aug 26 & 27
Bring Your Mushrooms Foray – Sept. 2
Saturday, September 2, from 10:00 a.m. to noon The public is invited to bring mushrooms for identification by mycologist Sue Van Hook, back at the Mount by popular demand. You will sort and learn how to identify common edible and medicinal fungi, or will venture onto the trails to see what is fruiting, or a bit of … Continue reading Bring Your Mushrooms Foray – Sept. 2
Hike into History – Sunday, August 6
Enjoy a guided hike into Revolutionary War history at the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell on Sunday, August 6, 2017, with Stephen Zeoli. The walk runs from 2 to 4 pm, and is included with regular site admission of $5.00 for adults and free for children under 15. Walkers will learn about the stirring happenings … Continue reading Hike into History – Sunday, August 6
Celebrate the publication of Strong Ground
Update: See pictures from the event here. The Mount Independence Coalition is holding a party to celebrate the publication of Strong Ground: Mount Independence and the American Revolution. Saturday, July 29 at 12:30 p.m. The festivities will begin with a little pomp and ceremony, as we reflect on the history of the Mount and the … Continue reading Celebrate the publication of Strong Ground
Ignore the detour signs
If you're coming to Mount Independence in the near future, you will see big, scary detour signs where route 73 heads off west of route 22a. These refer to a bridge that is out after Mount Independence Road runs off from route 73. In other words, ignore the detour signs and head to the Mount … Continue reading Ignore the detour signs
Stories of Mount Independence: Recent Research
Mount Independence State Historic Site Sunday, July 23, 2017, from 2:00 to 3:30 A group of researchers shares their latest historical discoveries about Mount Independence history during this panel presentation moderated by site interpreter and historian Paul Andriscin. Ennis Duling, fresh from editing the new book Strong Ground: Mount Independence and the American Revolution, will … Continue reading Stories of Mount Independence: Recent Research
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