Explore the history of Mount Independence with Steve Zeoli, president of the Mount Independence Coalition. Walk the beautiful trails, see what evidence remains of the 1776-77 American army occupation of the Mount. Learn about the two controversial decisions that put Mount Independence at the center of American victory or defeat in the early years of … Continue reading Hike Into History – August 4
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An event at Mount Independence State Historic Site
Investigation into the Revolutionary Mind – July 27
On Saturday, July 27, 2019, two characters from the Revolutionary War past come back to the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell, Vermont, for a time-traveling interview. This is the annual “Inquiry into the Revolutionary Mind” program, this year featuring two men in the caring professions—Dr. Jonathan Potts and Rev. Thomas Allen. The program … Continue reading Investigation into the Revolutionary Mind – July 27
Finding the Green Mountain Boys – July 14
On Sunday, July 14, 2019, at 2:00 pm, members of the Green Mountain Boys Project will be speaking at the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell, Vermont, about their special project. For the past three years they have been researching the Green Mountain Boys of Vermont. This will be an illustrated talk with plenty … Continue reading Finding the Green Mountain Boys – July 14
History Day Camp for Children
From the site administrator: "Revolutionary Morning Camp" June 26-28 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Fun and learning for children are on tap at the annual Mount Independence State Historic Site “Revolutionary Morning Camp” for children ages 7 to 12. Camp will be June 26-28, 2019, 9:30 to 12:30. The fee is $75 and pre-registration … Continue reading History Day Camp for Children
Coalition Annual Meeting – June 8 at 10:30 am
The membership of the Mount Independence Coalition is invited to the annual meeting, which will take place at the Visitor Center auditorium on Saturday, June 8, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Help shape the direction of the Coalition, enjoy refreshments and socialize with other members. Four current board members are up for re-election: Board Member … Continue reading Coalition Annual Meeting – June 8 at 10:30 am
Author Christopher Wren to speak on June 8
"Those Turbulent Sons of Freedom" The Mount Independence Coalition and the Division for Historic Preservation are pleased to be hosting the 12th Annual J. Robert Maguire Lecture on June 8. This year's speaker is Christopher Wren, author of Those Turbulent Sons of Freedom. He will be discussing the subject of that book, Ethan Allen and … Continue reading Author Christopher Wren to speak on June 8
Explore camp and brigade locations on this hike — May 5
Join a trio of Mount Independence experts on an exploration of the camps and brigade layouts of 1776-77. Revolutionary War expert Mike Barbieri, Mount Independence Coalition president Stephen Zeoli, and site administrator Elsa Gilbertson lead the way on and off the trails in this special pre-opening day guided walk. This time of year the conditions … Continue reading Explore camp and brigade locations on this hike — May 5
