Living History in Fort Edward, NY
The Old Fort House Museum is opening our doors to new volunteers who want to help keep our museum lively, welcoming, and thriving! Whether you love working with people, being outdoors, or helping behind the scenes, there is a spot for you. Please stop by the museum (29 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY) Saturday, March 28th … Continue reading "Volunteer Sign-Up Day"
A bi-annual event at the Washington County Fairgrounds, come find our Booth in Building 21! We'll be selling antiques, collectibles, glass, china, and small furniture. All sales to benefit the Fort Edward Historical Association. Early Buyer (May 1) Admission $10, Weekend Admission $6 each day. Friday 10am-4pm, Sat. 8am-5pm, Sun. 9am-4pm.
A bi-annual event at the Washington County Fairgrounds, come find our Booth in Building 21! We'll be selling antiques, collectibles, glass, china, and small furniture. All sales to benefit the Fort Edward Historical Association. Early Buyer (May 1) Admission $10, Weekend Admission $6 each day. Friday 10am-4pm, Sat. 8am-5pm, Sun. 9am-4pm.
A bi-annual event at the Washington County Fairgrounds, come find our Booth in Building 21! We'll be selling antiques, collectibles, glass, china, and small furniture. All sales to benefit the Fort Edward Historical Association. Early Buyer (May 1) Admission $10, Weekend Admission $6 each day. Friday 10am-4pm, Sat. 8am-5pm, Sun. 9am-4pm.
During the Revolutionary War, a significant catalyst for colonial rebellion and anti-British sentiment was the murder of Jane McCrea, which sent shockwaves throughout the land. Learn about the history of this event and walk the route Jane McCrea traveled that fateful day of July 27, 1777, from the McNeil house to the site of Fort … Continue reading "Walking Tour: In the Path of Jane McCrea"
Presentation of Scholarship Awards. Reception opens at 5:30 PM, awards begin at 6 PM
At this joint meeting of the Fort Edward Historical Association and the Washington County Historical Society, our Executive Director Paul McCarty will present a program on Solomon Northup. This event is free and open to the public, donations gladly accepted! Paul first discovered the story about Solomon Northup the year he became Historian of Fort Edward. Doris McEachron … Continue reading "My Odyssey with Solomon Northup"
This walking tour follows Broadway from Bridge Street to Mill and Liberty streets. The village's central business district was a perfect example of a 1950s "Happy Days"-style community, but it is gradually disappearing. There are a few homesteads still standing. Reflect on the evolution of Fort Edward from a typical New England town to a … Continue reading "Walking Tour of Fort Edward’s Former Central Business District"
The Old Fort House Museum is Open for it's 2026 Summer Tour Season! Tours offered 7 days a week from 1PM to 4PM
Honoring retired local teachers who continue to serve their community. Nominations from their colleagues are made each spring to the Historical Association Committee and the ceremony is held at the historic school building on our Museum Campus. Reception begins at 4 PM, Awards begin at 5 PM. Public welcome! call (518)747-9600 to make a reservation.