Canal Collections Corner
The final monthly workshop in 2023 will celebrate the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Champlain Canal! This Collections Corner will feature items from the Museum's Collections related to …
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Hoehl Family Visitor and Education Center Auditorium at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes, Vermont, United States
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Blacksmithing Demonstration
18th-Century Blacksmith Forge at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes, Vermont, United StatesCome watch metal arts being made in the Museum's replica of an 18th-century forge! At this free, drop-in event, visitors will get a chance to see a demonstration of blacksmithing …
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Teacher Day
Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United StatesBring your family and friends to the Museum for a field trip and check out our activities and exhibits! Food will be provided, and teachers are invited to participate in a roundtable discussion over lunch. This event will be happening rain or shine!
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Otter Creek Challenge Race
Vergennes Falls Park 103 Mechanic St, Vergennes, VT, United StatesAn annual youth rowing race hosted by Lake Champlain Maritime Museum right in the heart of Vergennes, Vermont. Cheer on local high school and middle school rowing crews as they set off at the foot of the Vergennes Falls and race down and back Otter Creek. A festive race, many crews compete in the race …
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Explore Lake Champlain
Orwell Town Hall 480 Main St, Orwell, Vermont, United StatesCalling lake enthusiasts of all ages! Join us at the Orwell Town Hall to learn about lake health and look at educational resources from non-profits throughout the Lake Champlain region. …
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Virtual Archaeology Conference
Zoom Webinar OnlineJoin us for the third annual Virtual Archaeology Conference! Each year, researchers and archaeologists with Lake Champlain Maritime Museum come together to share new research, developments, and discoveries from their work in Lake Champlain in this virtual summit that is open and free for all to attend. In 2024, our team will explore big questions …
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World Water Day
Champlain Centre Mall 60 Smithfield Blvd, Plattsburgh, New York, United StatesIn 1993, World Water Day was initiated by the United Nations to draw attention to the issues and threats surrounding the world’s water resources. Eleven years ago, the Champlain Basin Education …
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Eclipse Watching at the Museum
Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United StatesWant to watch the solar eclipse away from busy roads and buildings? Come watch the eclipse for free at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum! We are opening our grounds for anyone looking for a unique spot to gather with family and friends and watch this amazing natural phenomenon. Bring a picnic and snacks (and a good …
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Blacksmithing for Beginners
Blacksmith Center at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes, VT, United StatesAll seats in this class have been filled! Stay tuned for future classes. Have you ever wanted to learn how to work with fire and shape metal? In this one-day class for adult beginners, participants will learn how to start and manage a fire, safe blacksmithing practices, and basic techniques for shaping metal. At the …
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Volunteer Welcome Meeting
Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United StatesJoin us for a summer volunteer meeting as we welcome the season and celebrate our volunteers! Current volunteers and anyone interested in learning more about volunteering are invited to preview exhibits, review updates to the volunteer handbook, share their feedback. Lunch will be provided, and there will be time to catch up and socialize on …
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