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
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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
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
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
Spring History Walk – May 6
Enjoy a springtime history walk on the grounds of the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell, Vermont, on Saturday, May 6, 2017. The program runs from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., with several stopping points for those who may need to leave early. Experts on the Revolutionary War history of the Mount will lead the … Continue reading Spring History Walk – May 6
Spring Wildflower Walk – April 30
Search for the tender beauties of spring wildflowers in a guided walk at the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell, Vermont, on Sunday, April 30, 2017, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Horticulturist Amy Olmsted, a nursery professional for over 20 years, leads this colorful walk among the craggy slopes of the Mount. Olmsted, chief horticulturist at Rocky … Continue reading Spring Wildflower Walk – April 30
