Sponsorship
Choose the event(s) you would like to sponsor and complete the information at the bottom of the page!
Seven Years’ War Symposium – $250-$500 | Saturday, April 13, 2024
The annual conference features four outstanding French and Indian War scholars (three in person and one via Zoom) who will present on the global aspect of The Seven Years’ War and the importance of Fort Ligonier as it related to global politics in the 18th century. Sponsors receive recognition on signage and Fort Ligonier’s social media channels.
Sponsorship deadline: March 13, 2024
Fort Ligonier Association Annual Meeting and Member Reception Featuring New York Times Best Selling Author, Peter Stark – $250-$500| Friday, April 26, 2024
More than 100 Fort Ligonier Association members and guests attend the Annual Meeting and Member Reception to learn about the past year’s activities and our history from an engaging speaker. This year’s event features New York Times Best Selling Author, Peter Stark who will discuss his book Young Washington.
“Young Washington is supremely entertaining: the pacing superb, the descriptions of conflict and wilderness travails rousing. . . . A worthy addition to the shelf of Washington biographies.”
— Wall Street Journal
The event begins with an hors d’oeuvres reception followed by the program. Sponsors receive 4 complimentary reservations and recognition at the event.
Sponsorship deadline: March 26, 2024
French Garrison Weekend – $250 – $500 | Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5, 2024
The French capture Fort Ligonier for this weekend only! French commands will echo off of fort walls during this Garrison Weekend as visitors observe and interact with interpreters portraying the everyday life of the French soldiers and civilians of Nouveau France during the 18th century. Sponsors receive 4 complimentary admission tickets, recognition on signage and announcements, and a private behind-the-scenes tour of the encampment with Fort staff.
Sponsorship deadline: April 4, 2024
18th Century Military Encampment Weekend – $250 – $500 | May 25 and 26, 2024
Fascinating living history demonstrations bring Fort Ligonier to life this weekend. Approximately 400 visitors come to the Fort to meet interpreters who portray soldiers who fought in the Seven Years’ War and experience the roar of muskets and cannons and immerse themselves in living history activities. Sponsors receive 4 complimentary admission tickets, recognition at the event, on signage and publicity before the event.
Sponsorship deadline: April 25, 2024
The Cannon Ball – See Sponsorship Levels Below | Friday, September 20, 2024
This year’s Cannon Ball is sure to be a BLAST! With lively music, cocktails, and sumptuous hors d’oeuvres to one-of-a-kind live and online silent auction items. This great party is Fort Ligonier’s MAJOR benefit of the year and is planned to raise vital funds for the ongoing preservation of the historic site and development of enriching educational programs.
Sponsorship deadline: August 30, 2024
- Saber – $300 (includes 2 reservations)
- Brown Bess – $600 (includes 4 reservations)
- Cannon – $1,200 (includes 6 reservations)
- Swivel Gun – $1,800 (includes 8 reservations)
- Howitzer – $3,000 (includes 8 reservations, reserved seating, a charcuterie board for table, and a bottle of bubbly)
All sponsors receive recognition at the event and on the online auction platform.
Fort Ligonier Days – $1,758 | Sunday, October 13, 2024
Thousands of visitors come to Fort Ligonier each year to commemorate the October 12, 1758, attack on Fort Ligonier, see the historical demonstrations, engage with the 150 reenactors and troops encamped throughout the Fort and visit Sutlers Row, an 18th century artisans marketplace. Sponsors receive recognition through promotion of the event, announcements during the narration of the attack, 2 parking spaces, 8 tickets to the event, refreshments, and a private inside or outside area to view the historical demonstration.
Sponsorship deadline: September 12, 2024
Friendly Fire Incident Commemoration – $250 – $500 Tuesday, November 12, 2024
This annual educational program commemorates the anniversary of George Washington’s Friendly Fire Incident, which occurred near Fort Ligonier on November 12, 1758. Approximately 125 attendees join us to hear a riveting presentation about the last time Washington was under fire before the American Revolution.
Sponsors receive recognition on Fort Ligonier’s social media channels, signage, and 4 tickets.
Sponsorship deadline: October 12, 2024
Twelfth Night Celebration – $250 – $500 | Saturday, January 4, 2025
Fort Ligonier’s Twelfth Night Celebration is the most festive night of the year and pays homage to the colonial holiday tradition with live, festive music, dancing, hearty treats and spirits and a traditional Twelfth Night cake made with Martha Washington’s recipe. Attendees are encouraged to dress in 18th-century clothing or cocktail attire. Sponsors receive recognition on Fort Ligonier’s social media channels, signage, and 4 tickets.
Sponsorship deadline: December 6, 2024
George Washington’s Birthday Celebration for Students – $250 – $500 | Week of February 17-21, 2025
Approximately 500 local first grade and kindergarten students visit Fort Ligonier for this special program to celebrate the birthday of our first President, who also happened to be stationed at Fort Ligonier in the fall of 1758. Students rotate in small groups through various learning stations where they meet George Washington, make a birthday card for him, enjoy birthday cake and ice cream, and sing “Happy Birthday” to General Washington.
Upon departure, each child receives a copy of the book George Washington’s Birthday: A Mostly True Tale. Your sponsorship helps Fort Ligonier purchase a book for each child. Sponsors receive an invitation to attend a celebration during the week, recognition on signage and the bookplate in each book, and all media related to the event.
Sponsorship deadline: January 20, 2025
Sponsorship Form
Please make checks payable to Fort Ligonier, 200 South Market Street, Ligonier, PA 15658 or pay by credit card by calling Lauren Koker, Director of Development, at 724.238.9701 extension 308.