Soldiers in the Revolutionary War not only fought on boats, they also often lived on them for months. Step aboard the Museum’s replica of the Revolutionary War gunboat Philadelphia to explore their living and working conditions, understand the mechanics of the vessel, and even row the oars! Accessibility: The Philadelphia II is currently on the Museum Green. There is a staircase […]
The spring open-water rowing season for all middle and high school rowing teams ends with this seasonal championship race at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum! Over 100 youth rowers from around Vermont and New England will participate in races. All are welcome to join us and cheer on these rowers from the Museum's harbor. Each season […]
History, artifacts, and shipwrecks lie in the depths of Lake Champlain, waiting to share their secrets and stories with the underwater archaeologists who dive down to explore. In 2025, Lake Champlain Maritime Museum is excited to introduce Talking Archaeology, a free evening talk series with Museum archaeologists and researchers. Learn about local history, archaeological discoveries, […]
Join Vermont's Native American community for Abenaki Heritage Weekend and Arts Marketplace on June 14-15 at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum and explore Abenaki perspectives on life in the Champlain Valley. Activities include storytelling, craft demonstrations, drumming, singing, and more. Bring a picnic basket for your lunch. Presented by the Vermont Abenaki Artists Association, this event […]
Ladies Day on the New Haven River offers a full afternoon of learning and fun with other women. Learn the art of the cast, knots, flies, and of course, lots of water ecology and ethics. Try your hand at wading and catching that trout. Enjoy a fun afternoon and leave with new friends and a […]
Learn the basics of fly fishing in this hands-on course designed for the beginner caster to the more advanced fly fisherperson. Learn about knots, rods, flies, and how to cast (or advance your cast). All equipment is supplied. This is a great event for all ages, but kids under 18 must be accompanied by an […]
Get out on the water, enjoy Lake Champlain, and keep your sailing skills fresh! Open Dinghy Sailing offers weekly open hours and dinghy rentals for anyone with prior sailing experience to take one of the Museum's custom Split-Rock Dinghies out for a turn on the lake. Friends, family, dates, solo sailors – all are welcome […]
Get out on the water, enjoy Lake Champlain, and keep your sailing skills fresh! Open Dinghy Sailing offers weekly open hours and dinghy rentals for anyone with prior sailing experience to take one of the Museum's custom Split-Rock Dinghies out for a turn on the lake. Friends, family, dates, solo sailors – all are welcome […]
This annual rowathon is an all-inclusive rowing and community event committed to raising awareness about teen suicide and an opportunity for us to come together in memory, hope, and support. This year, the Hope Row will be free to all participants. As in the past, bring your positive attitude, your willingness to make a difference […]
Join us for a two-hour program of canoeing and discovering the birds of Dead Creek. Learn tips on how to identify the diverse species of birds found in the Lake Champlain watershed. This is a family-friendly program and welcomes everyone with all levels of experience, and canoeing instruction is provided. Whether you are a seasoned […]
