On this day, 18 October 1646, Fr. Isaac Jogues was killed on his third visit to the lands of the Iroquois. In commemoration of this eventful day we provide some historical background of his life and journeys.  Many of our readers will be familiar with him through the study of local history and being taught that he was the one who gave, what we know today as Lake George, the name of Lac du St. Sacrement to that body of water in 1646. “A gentle and scholarly Jesuit, more fitted

The beginnings – the story behind the birth of a community that built a public library.  Elizabeth S. Densmore, Secretary and Trustee of the Ticonderoga Historical Society wrote in the Society’s “Patches and Patterns Extended July, 1990, issue the “Saga of the Black Watch Memorial Library.” The following draws heavily from her article. This slideshow requires JavaScript. It all began with the will of Rosemond Bradley, who died in 1899. She bequeath a substantial sum of money

“Up on a Hill and Therabouts, An Adirondack Childhood”  by Gloria Stubing Rist is back!  Several years ago we first introduced this book in our Gift Shop when the author donated a number of copies of her privately printed book to The Ticonderoga Historical Society.  What a sensation it was, the book flew off the shelves.  Ms. Rist then donated another quantity and they also sold out quickly.  For sometime no other copies were available.   Now we have this book under a new imp

Ticonderoga’s American Legion Post #224 veterans, (Thomas Provoncha, Charles Messier and Craig Cassidy) assisted by The Sons of the American Legion, Squadron #224, (Robert Fuller, James Dickerson, George Ash and James Rice) and three Eagle Scout members from Boy Scout, Troop #72 “Retrieved the Colors” today at seven local cemeteries, their own Veterans Memorial in Bi-Centennial Park, the Boy Scout’s Monument, and finishing with a special service at the Nursing Home. This slid

Historians, students, and naval buffs will enjoy one of the newest  themed books accessioned into the Society’s  Research Library.   “The War of 1812 – and the Rise of the U.S. Navy“ was recently donated by Robert Lamb, trustee and naval historian. Next year, 2014, is the Bi-Centennial of the Battle of Plattsburgh, an important regional historical event of the War of 1812.  This book presents “..a stirring saga of conflict, power, and the courage and character of both people

A “flock” of Eagles landed in downtown Ticonderoga on September 14th.  No, it wasn’t the winged kind but the human type.  Members of the New York and Vermont Fraternal Order of Eagles came here  to help the local Aerie (#4410) celebrate their 15th Anniversary. Not unlike the mythological Phoenix that regenerates itself,  the Ticonderoga Aerie has  re-organized itself a few times.  The first Ticonderoga Aerie was  organized  here in March, 1905 with more than thirty birds (as

President William Dolback presented an updated review to the Ticonderoga Stamp Club at their September monthly meeting on the plans for Ticonderoga’s upcoming 250th Settlement Anniversary celebration.  The Ticonderoga Historical Society and The Ticonderoga Heritage Museum are co-sponsors of next year’s celebration. Representatives of the Committee have been visiting organizations to help generate awareness and interest in developing programs and events for the 250th Celebrati

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“Bid Adieu, But Enjoy the Stroll – Old Threads From Ticonderoga” The Ticonderoga Historical Society is pleased to announce a fashion exhibit at the Hancock House. Opening on Saturday June 29 with refreshments from 1:00-3:00 p.m., this exhibit will showcase an assortment of ladies’ fashions, most from the society’s collections and once worn by area residents during the last two centuries. From corsets and unmentionables, to turn-of-the-century bathing suits and dresses of the

Rock of Ages WWII layout template. The memorial paver was not available for the dedication ceremony due to being still in production. Anticipated installation to be by the end of June. Paver designed by William Dolback, President, Ticonderoga Historical Society. #memorial #paver #ticonderoga #wwii

We invite you to our Memorial Day Ceremony at Ticonderoga’s Legacy Park. This program will be observed on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at 1 PM. Theme ~~ “Remembrances – Traditions of Yesterday presented by William Dolback, President of the Ticonderoga Historical Society and the Town of Ticonderoga Historian. This event is also one of the many Town of Ticonderoga’s 250th Celebration scheduled programs. If inclement weather the program will be held at the Hancock House. Hope to see you

One of the most liked permanent exhibits at the Hancock House is that of the “Long House.” The development of this installation was inspired by Ticonderoga’s “Indian Pageant,” an annual production of scripted dramas depicting Indian Life. It was staged in a Forest Theater, once the location of an early Indian campsite. It was a palisade amphitheater surrounding the stage and setting area. Indian Pagent Booklet front cover The “Pageant” initially began in 1931 as a simple gath