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St. Clair’s Spirits: A Tasting

Upcoming Events

18th-Century Military Encampment Weekend | 25% Off Admission!
  • May 27-28, 2023
  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fascinating living history demonstrations bring Fort Ligonier to life! In honor of Westmoreland County's 250th anniversary, all visitors receive 25% off the admission.
Fort Kids Camp (June)
  • Jun 12-16, 2023
  • 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Fort Ligonier's summer day camp for kids is legendary! Campers discover 18th century frontier life while exploring the Fort, playing games, creating crafts and making new friends.
Sunset Tour
  • Jun 23, 2023
  • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Guests enjoy a private guided tour of the award-winning museum and a wine, cheese, and dessert reception on the patio overlooking the historic site. A beautiful lantern-lit walk through the fort as the sun sets over the majestic hillsides caps off the evening.
Cannons and Cocktails – Rain or Shine!
  • Jun 30, 2023
  • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Kick off July 4th week with artillery firings,18th century cocktails, savory bites and live music!
Fort Kids Camp (July) – SOLD OUT –
  • Jul 10-14, 2023
  • 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Our first July week of camp is sold out. See our June week of camp or sign up on a waiting list for a possible NEW week of camp in July (July 17th to the 21st)!
Conditional Fort Kids Camp (July 17th – 21st)
  • Jul 17-21, 2023
  • 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
We have had such a wonderful response to our summer camps that we are looking to add a second week of camp in July! Those dates are July 17th to the 21st! For MAXIMUM FUN we need you to sign up!
Sunset Tour
  • Jul 21, 2023
  • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Guests enjoy a private guided tour of the award-winning museum and a wine, cheese, and dessert reception on the patio overlooking the historic site. A beautiful lantern-lit walk through the fort as the sun sets over the majestic hillsides caps off the evening.
St. Clair’s Spirits: A Tasting
  • Aug 12, 2023
  • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Enjoy a rare opportunity to taste a white rye whiskey made exclusively for Fort Ligonier by West Overton Distilling Company. The collaboration pays tribute to Arthur St. Clair and Westmoreland County’s 250th anniversary. Only 250 bottles of the limited-edition run will be available for sale! The special outdoor evening whiskey tasting event includes light bites and musical entertainment in the Lower Fort.
Sunset Tour
  • Aug 18, 2023
  • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Guests enjoy a private guided tour of our award-winning museum and a wine, cheese, and dessert reception on the patio overlooking the historic site. A beautiful lantern-lit walk through the fort as the sun sets over the majestic hillsides caps off the event.
The Cannon Ball
  • Sep 15, 2023
  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for the BIG BLAST - The Cannon Ball! It's not a dance, but you will have a BALL! Fort Ligonier's major benefit of the year features sumptuous hors d'oeuvres by Vallozzi's, premium cocktails, lively 18th century music, and a live and online auction offering one-of-a-kind experiences and items to bid on!
Fort Ligonier Days
  • Oct 13-15, 2023
  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sponsored by Markosky Engineering, the historic site comes to life with more than 200 reenactors, artillery firings, historical demonstrations, bagpipe music and more to commemorate the historic October 12, 1758 Battle of Fort Ligonier. NEW for 2023! Stop by Sutler's Row located on the front lawn of the museum. See Justin Cherry and his Half Crown Bakehouse and other 18th century-inspired artisans. Historical Battle Demonstration Times Saturday at 1:30 & 3:30 PM. Sunday at 1:00 & 3:00 PM. Visitor parking is not available at the Fort this weekend. Please park in one of the festival’s designated parking lots and ride a shuttle. One of the shuttle stops is very close to the Fort (Corner of South Market and East Loyalhanna Street).

Annual Events, Camps & Clubs

Fort Ligonier Days
Sponsored by Markosky Engineering, the historic site comes to life with more than 200 French and Indian War reenactors, artillery firings, historical demonstrations, bagpipe music and more to commemorate the historic October 12, 1758 Battle of Fort Ligonier.
Fort Kid’s Camp
Campers experience 18th century frontier life while exploring the Fort, playing games, creating crafts and making new friends at Fort Ligonier’s legendary Kid’s Summer Camp. Children who have completed kindergarten through sixth grade are eligible to attend. Pre-registration is required and spaces sell out quickly.
Cannon Ball Club
Fort Ligonier’s annual FREE summer program for kids ages 5-12 begins the first Wednesday after July 4th and continues for five consecutive Wednesdays. Cannon Ball Club is held from 10:30 AM -12:00 PM. Kids can attend one Wednesday or all six! Advance registration is required.