Deep Dives Talk
July 1 , 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
History lies in the depths of Lake Champlain, waiting to share its secrets and stories. In 2026, we’re opening up our vaults and taking a DEEP DIVE into the past with Museum experts, archaeologists, historians, and educators in our free evening conversation series!
Devyn Cabral (they/them), the Museum’s Collections Assistant, will tell the story the second day of the Battle of Lake Champlain. As morning came on October 12, 1776, Patriot soldiers had already been rowing south for hours. Devyn will explain their frantic retreat from the perspective of sailors like John Fulton, whose weapons were destroyed during the fight and had to escape with nothing to protect himself. They will also discuss how the attack the day prior affected the loved ones of soldiers through the eyes of Susanna Leech, whose husband was killed during the battle.
Join us every other Wednesday from June through October for a free “Deep Dives” talk. Each evening will include an expert presentation and time for questions and conversation at the end.
Deep Dives is free to attend with registration. A complimentary drink from Shacksbury cider is included with your free registration.
