Mark the 70th anniversary of the Ticonderoga’s momentous arrival at the Museum.
Ti Haul Trail Walk | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
- When should I arrive for the Ti Haul Trail Walk? There is no designated starting or ending time. Participants can arrive any time between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. and walk the trail at their own pace.
- What will the walk include? 14 signs spaced along the walk share pictures and facts about the Ticonderoga’s time on Lake Champlain and its historic move to Shelburne Museum in 1955. (This information will also be available online and in limited hardcopies.) This event does not include a guided tour. The goal of this event is to encourage participants to enjoy time in nature (solo, in the groups they arrived with, or with new friend they meet along the path) while learning about the important role the Ticonderoga has played in this region.
- Will the walk go all the way to Shelburne Museum? No. The Ti Haul Recreation Path runs between Bay Road and Harbor Road, allowing participants to follow the first half of the Ticonderoga’s final journey from Lake Champlain to Shelburne Museum. The remaining distance that the Ticonderoga traveled to Shelburne Museum in 1955 is now primarily private property, including residential homes.
- Does it cost money to participate in the Ti Haul Trail Walk? No, this is a free event.
- Does attending the Ti Haul Trail Walk grant me free admission to the Museum. No. Standard admission charges to the Museum apply.
- Is there a fee to park for the Ti Haul Trail Walk? No. Parking is free.
- Where do I park for the walk? Ti Haul Trail Walk participants should park in the parking lot at Shelburne Bay Park, located 1467 Bay Road, Shelburne, VT 05482 (next to the boat ramp access point). (Please note: participants are discouraged from parking in the public lot near the trailhead on Bay Road. This lot has far fewer spaces than the public lot at Shelburne Bay Park. In addition, participants who walk the Ti Haul Recreation Path from Harbor Road to Bay Road will encounter the historical information signs in reverse order.)
- How long is the walk? The Ti Haul Recreation Path runs 1.4 miles between Bay Road and Harbor Road, making for a 2.8–mile round trip. Participants can choose to walk the entire trail (and then walk back)—or walk as much of the trail as feels comfortable to them before turning around. The historical information on the signs can be consulted at the official start of the walk (Shelburne Bay Park, 1467 Bay Road). Please note that return shuttle service is not provided; participants should pace themselves accordingly.
- How do I get back after I walk the Ti Haul trail? You can choose to walk back at any point. There is no need to complete the entire trail. Because return shuttle service is not provided, participants should choose the amount of walking that feels comfortable to them.
- What are conditions like on the Ti Haul Trail Recreation Path? The 1.4-mile path (2.8 miles round trip) is completely flat. The terrain is a mix of hardpack gravel, pavement, and firm earth. Most of the trail is shaded, but some passages in direct sunlight. There are no bathrooms along the route.
- What should I bring to the walk? Visitors are encouraged to bring whatever they would usually pack for a leisurely stroll. Suggestions include comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate outerwear, a water bottle, sunscreen, and snacks.
- How can I learn about the other events for the Ticonderoga Weekend? Visit this link for Thursday’s event, this link for Saturday’s events, and this link for Sunday’s events.
Artmaking | 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Pizzagalli Center for Art and Education Classroom, Free for members or with Museum Admission.
Join Museum educators to make Ti-inspired prints to take home!
Artists of all ages can commemorate the day with their own Ti art.
Ti Talk with Richard Strum | 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Pizzagalli Center for Arts and Education Auditorium, Free for members or with Museum Admission.
Ticonderoga: The Last of the Lake Champlain Steamers
Delve into the story of the Ticonderoga on Lake Champlain with Richard M. Strum, the author of Ticonderoga: Lake Champlain Steamboat. Richard was part of the Shelburne Museum team that developed the exhibition plan for the boat after her restoration in 1992-1997. Shelburne Museum Director of Preservation and Landscape, Chip Stulen, will share about the restoration of the Ti and its life at the Museum.
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Knowledgeable Visitor Guides will be stationed at key points throughout the Ticonderoga to tell you about the boat’s history and to answer your questions. (Please note that due to the anticipated volume of attendees, walking tours of the Ticonderoga will not be offered on Sept. 13 and 14.)
