History On Us – FREE Admission Day!
Upcoming Events
New America250 Exhibit Opens 4th of July!
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Jul 4 - Dec 30, 2026
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10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fort Ligonier commemorates America's 250th anniversary with a new special exhibit To Rise and Fight Again, The Road to Revolution Begins at Fort Ligonier.
History On Us – FREE Admission Day!
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Oct 9, 2026
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10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Visitors enjoy free admission today!
Fort Ligonier Days
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Oct 9-11, 2026
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10:00 am - 5:00 pm
See the site that changed world history and inspired the town-wide Fort Ligonier Days, Inc. festival! The historic site comes to life with battle demonstrations, cannon firings, encampments and more to commemorate the historic October 12, 1758, attack on Fort Ligonier. Stop by Sutlers Row located on the front lawn of the museum and visit 18th century-inspired artisans, and Mount Vernon's Resident Baker Justin Cherry and his Half Crown Bakehouse.
Book Talk and Signing with Americana Corner’s Tom Hand
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Oct 11, 2026
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11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join us during Fort Ligonier Days weekend for a special America 250 event featuring a Talk and Book Signing of "America Victorious" by Mr. Tom Hand.
History Alive! Geo. Franks, Hatter, Authentically Recreated Historical Hats
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Oct 17-18, 2026
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10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Watch George Franks handcraft a historical hat from the colonial-era 1701-1799!
“Road to Revolution” Seminar at Fort Ligonier
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Nov 6-7, 2026
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9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Join us for an extraordinary two-day "Road to Revolution" Seminar featuring a distinguished panel of speakers who will discuss Revolutionary moments in history to celebrate America's 250th anniversary!
“According to the Best of his Recollection”: A Unique Immersive Experience
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Nov 14, 2026
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4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
What occurred outside of Fort Ligonier on November 12, 1758?
Attendees will experience the story of George Washington's Friendly Fire Incident by participating in immersive vignettes throughout the historic site with historical interpreters. Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about Washington's dramatic story and the last time he was under fire before the Revolution!
Annual Events, Camps & Clubs
Fort Ligonier Days
The historic site comes to life with more than 150 French and Indian War reenactors, artillery firings, historical demonstrations, bagpipe music and more to commemorate the historic October 12, 1758, attack on 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.