On Sunday, August 5, join Steve Zeoli for a guided walk around Mount Independence. Zeoli will present the history of the Mount through the viewpoint of General Philip Schuyler. Though he only visited the Mount twice, it was Schuyler's controversial decision to abandon Crown Point in July of 1776 and to make the American stand … Continue reading Hike Into History – Sunday, August 5
History Day Camp for Children
Youth ages 12 to 15 are invited to participate in a new this year day “Revolutionary Times” camp at the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell, VT, from August 1 to 3, 2018, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The fee is $85 and pre-registration is required. Learn about the Revolutionary War soldiers who served … Continue reading History Day Camp for Children
Philip Schuyler and Seth Warner come to the Mount July 28
On Saturday, July 28, 2018, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m., 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 two very different American Revolutionary War officers from the Northern Campaign of 1776-1777. Maj. Gen. Philip Schuyler, American Army commander … Continue reading Philip Schuyler and Seth Warner come to the Mount July 28
Art Exhibit and Workshops
This workshop has been cancelled. LILLIAN KENNEDY ART EXHIBIT & THREE WORKSHOPS Vermont artist Lillian Kennedy has a painting show, "A Brush with Nature," on display for the 2018 season at the Chimney Point State Historic Site in Addison, Vermont. To compliment the show she is offering three art workshops in July and August—at Chimney … Continue reading Art Exhibit and Workshops
Crown Point Road Assoc. History Tour – July 21
The Crown Point Road Association is leading a "one-day, drive-yourself caravan history tour" of the Summer of 1777 battlefields. The event consists of guided tours of the Hubbardton and Bennington battlefields and many brief stops along the way. The final stop is the Bennington Battle Monument. Meet at the Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site at … Continue reading Crown Point Road Assoc. History Tour – July 21
Revolutionary War Board Games Afternoon
Love military strategy board games? Then the place for you on Sunday, July 15, is Mount Independence State Historic Site, where you'll find an afternoon devoted to Revolutionary War tabletop war-gaming. Several strategy games and scenarios will be available. The event is suitable for anyone age 12 and up, and is included with your site … Continue reading Revolutionary War Board Games Afternoon
The MIC welcomes its newest board member, Heather Workman
The Mount Independence Coalition board of directors is pleased to announce our newest member, Heather Workman of Cornwall, Vermont. Heather has been a Vermonter from birth, a fact that may surprise you after hearing her delightful “British” accent, the result of what she describes as a geographically and culturally eclectic upbringing, which includes school in … Continue reading The MIC welcomes its newest board member, Heather Workman
11th Annual J. Robert Maguire Lecture features Willard Sterne Randall
Benedict Arnold: Fact and Fiction A Lecture by Willard Sterne Randall Saturday, June 9 at 2:00 p.m. Mount Independence State Historic Site Visitor Center The Coalition is proud to announce this year's J. Robert Maguire Lecture. Willard Sterne Randall will be delivering the presentation Benedict Arnold: Fact and Fiction. Description: Willard Sterne Randall, New York … Continue reading 11th Annual J. Robert Maguire Lecture features Willard Sterne Randall
Annual Meeting – Saturday, June 9
The Mount Independence Coalition invites all of its members to attend this year's annual meeting. It takes place at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 9, at the Visitor Center Auditorium. Among the usual business of the day, we'll be voting on a new board member, Heather Workman of Orwell. Here is a brief bio for … Continue reading Annual Meeting – Saturday, June 9
National Trails Day walk at the Mount – June 2
Come to the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell, Vermont, on Saturday, June 2, 2018, for a guided history walk from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. This is one of many special walks and hikes across the country to celebrate National Trails Day. Mark Brownell, retired history teacher and board member of the Mount Independence Coalition, the site … Continue reading National Trails Day walk at the Mount – June 2
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