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World Water Day

Champlain Centre Mall 60 Smithfield Blvd, Plattsburgh, New York, United States

In 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 Initiative hosted the first student World Water Day Celebration to share local student work about water resources from more than a dozen classrooms. To celebrate the …

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Free

Eclipse Watching at the Museum

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United States

Want 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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Free

Blacksmithing for Beginners

Blacksmith Center at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes, VT, United States

All 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 …

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$150

Volunteer Welcome Meeting

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United States

Join 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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Free

Educator Idea Fair

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United States

Come connect with fellow educators and local nonprofits while enjoying some spring weather and baked goods at the Educator Idea Fair! Classroom teachers, homeschool educators, and anyone involved in ecology …

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Free

Opening Day

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United States

May 18, 2024 is the first day of the 2024 season! Our grounds, exhibits, and Museum Store will officially open for the season for all to visit and explore. Check …

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Free

Boat Launch Day

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, United States

Join us to celebrate the launch of this year's 25-foot rowing gig built by students! Over the course of this school year, a group of students from Middlebury Union High …

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Free