Children’s Games in the Canal Boat Era
Children of canal boat families would play, work, and learn like other children of their era. Join us as we make paper dolls and play games that come from 1860-1880, …
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Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United States
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Is It Cyanobacteria?
Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United StatesEver wondered if your local pond or lake was safe for recreation? Cyanobacteria, sometimes referred to as blue-green algae, is naturally found in water and under the right conditions, can …
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Nautical Knowledge
Hazelett Small Watercraft Center 4472 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes, Vermont, United StatesHave you ever wondered how mariners navigate at sea? Come learn about the history of various nautical technologies while getting hands-on experience with the most quintessential skill for life at …
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Collections Corner: Canal Boat Artifacts
Nautical Archaeology Center, Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes, Vermont, United StatesLearn about the journey artifacts take, from excavation to accession, in this Collections Corner! We will talk about artifact types, conservation methods, interpretation, and more. This Collections Corner showcases artifacts from the sailing canal boat General Butler, which sank in 1876.
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3D Scanning Historic Artifacts
FeaturedLake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United StatesDigital artifacts and 3D-printed replicas have become increasingly common in museums in the past few years. Have you ever wondered how it all worked? Come to the Museum and learn how our team uses 3D scanning to immortalize artifacts and bring the past into the future. Many thanks to Vermont State University - Castleton for …
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Stewarding Our Watershed: Understanding the Threats to the Lake Champlain Watershed
Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United StatesThe Lake Champlain Watershed is more than 8,000 square miles and is defined by any land that drains into Lake Champlain. Pollutants, invasive species, and microplastics are just a few of the threats to the health of our watershed. Stop by the Clean Water Act Exhibit, on the green, to learn about the threats to …
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Children’s Games in the Canal Boat Era
Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United StatesChildren of canal boat families would play, work, and learn like other children of their era. Join us as we make paper dolls and play games that come from 1860-1880, all while learning more about how canal locks work! Accessibility: This program will take place in the Nautical Archaeology Center exhibit “Underwater Archaeology: Diving into …
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Stewarding Our Watershed: Understanding the Threats to the Lake Champlain Watershed
Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United StatesThe Lake Champlain Watershed is more than 8,000 square miles and is defined by any land that drains into Lake Champlain. Pollutants, invasive species, and microplastics are just a few of the threats to the health of our watershed. Stop by the Clean Water Act Exhibit, on the green, to learn about the threats to …
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Introduction to Fishing
Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United StatesCome fish with us! This free, drop-in program is designed for any beginner angler eager to learn the essentials of fishing and fish processing. Participants will gain hands-on experience with simple, effective fishing techniques, from choosing the right equipment to understanding local fishing regulations.
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Collections Corner: Historic Postcards of Lake Champlain
Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United StatesWant to get a taste of travels from times gone by? Come check out our fascinating collection of several hundred Lake Champlain historic postcards and see the occasionally mundane, occasionally …
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