Each year, the Mount Independence Visitor Center has a special, seasonal exhibit. This year the feature is the fabulous illustrations of noted historical artist Gary Zaboly, created for Strong Ground: Mount Independence and the American Revolution. The illustrations are so detail-rich that they should be viewed in this large, exhibit-sized format. Stop by for a … Continue reading Gary Zaboly artwork exhibit
Author: Steve Zeoli
Strong Ground is here!
It's been about a decade in the making, but we are pleased to announce that Strong Ground: Mount Independence and the American Revolution has arrived from the printer and is now available for purchase at the Mount Independence Museum Gift and Book Shop. The cost is $25. We are working on adding more outlets for … Continue reading Strong Ground is here!
History Camp for Children – June 26 to 28
Fun and learning for children are on tap at the annual Mount Independence State Historic Site morning camp for children ages 7 to 12 from June 26-28, 2017, 9:30 to 12:30. The fee is $75 and pre-registration is required. Children will try their hands at a variety of activities that explore the history of Mount … Continue reading History Camp for Children – June 26 to 28
Elsa Gilbertson on the air talking about the Lake Champlain bridges
We were happy to come across this recent news bit that aired on our local ABC TV affiliate. Elsa Gilbertson, Mount Independence's site administrator, appeared with Steve Perkins of the Vermont Historical Society and reporter Amanda Lindquist to discuss the significance of the Lake Champlain bridges spanning the narrows between Chimney Point and Crown Point.
Hike Into History for National Trails Day – June 3
On Saturday, June 3, Hike into History at Mount Independence State Historic and celebrate National Trails Day at the same time. The walk, from 2:00 to 3:30, is led by Mark Brownell, a retired history teacher and board member of the Mount Independence Coalition. This year is the 240th anniversary of the American, British, and … Continue reading Hike Into History for National Trails Day – June 3
Willard Sterne Randall discusses his new book
Author and historian Willard Sterne Randall has spoken several times at Mount Independence over the years. His new book, Unshackling America: How the War of 1812 Truly Ended the American Revolution, will be published in June. He spoke about it with Lauren-Glenn Davitian on Town Meeting Television recently. It's a very interesting interview.
11th Annual Maguire Lecture: Paul Staiti on John Trumbull – July 1
Join us for the 11th annual J. Robert Maguire Lecture, this year featuring art historian Paul Staiti speaking about John Trumbull, one of the subjects of his new book Of Arms and Artists. The lecture, titled "John Trumbull's Revolution," will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 1, at the Mount Independence State Historic Site … Continue reading 11th Annual Maguire Lecture: Paul Staiti on John Trumbull – July 1
New mailing address
The Coalition has a new mailing address: Mount Independence Coalition P.O. Box 344 Brandon, VT 05733
Springtime birding walk – May 20
Take a guided walk on the wild side to look for and identify birds during the annual Early Bird Nature Walk at Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell, Vermont, on Saturday, May 20, 2017. Gather outside the museum at 8:00 am. Your leader is bird expert Sue Wetmore of Brandon. Many birds fly through … Continue reading Springtime birding walk – May 20
Former board member Mikell Beckley has died
We were sad to get the news of the death on April 23, 2017, of Mikell Beckley. A former member of the Coalition board, Mikell was a strong advocate for Mount Independence. She worked closely with Louise Ransom and helped raise money to improve the Mount. If you knew Mikell and would like to share … Continue reading Former board member Mikell Beckley has died
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