Every week we share a different image on the Essex on Lake Champlain Facebook page and invite our viewers to play some Vintage Essex Trivia. The last image we shared is shown above. Check out this old print! When do you think it dates to? See any recognizable landmarks to help … [Read more...] about Vintage Image: Timber Raft on Lake Champlain
Revolutionary War
“The Noble Train Begins” at Fort Ticonderoga December 6
Fort Ticonderoga brings to life Henry Knox’s Epic Feat that Began at Ticonderoga in 1775 Discover the story of Henry Knox’s "Noble Train" of artillery at Fort Ticonderoga’s upcoming living history event, Saturday, December 6, from 10 am – 4 pm. The event will feature a lively … [Read more...] about “The Noble Train Begins” at Fort Ticonderoga December 6
Red Hawk Wes Dikeman on the French & Indian and Revolutionary Wars
This Saturday, May 17 at 10:30 AM Red Hawk Wes Dikeman, an historical re-enactor, will present a program on the French & Indian and Revolutionary Wars at the United Church of Christ (stone church) in Elizabethtown, New York. He will share his extensive knowledge about the … [Read more...] about Red Hawk Wes Dikeman on the French & Indian and Revolutionary Wars
A Brief History of William Gilliland (Part 2)
The first part of A Brief History of William Gilliland explores Gilliland's beginnings and his pioneer settling of the North Country, but this segment of his history will reveal the unfortunate downward spiral in the latter part of his life. American Revolution Begins … [Read more...] about A Brief History of William Gilliland (Part 2)
Essex Marina
Small and picturesque, Essex Marina is located on the deep water "narrows" of Lake Champlain. Essex Marina has a shipbuilding history dating from before the Revolutionary War through the 21st century. It boasts two functional marine railways, renovated buildings, updated … [Read more...] about Essex Marina