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Discover the 18th-century science of astronomy at this Hudson Valley living history event

Sun. 4/7 • 10am-4pm • Ticonderoga

by HV1 Staff
April 5, 2024
in Entertainment, Local History
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Artillerymen in the 18th century used objects such as this to gauge elevation and practice laying guns to test range and accuracy as well as study the sky. (Fort Ticonderoga Museum Collections)

Step back in time and science at Fort Ticonderoga this Sunday for “Eclipsed: Unveiling the Science of Astronomy on the Eve of the American Revolution.” This one-day living history event offers a unique blend of 18th-century military life and astronomical science, highlighting the British soldiers and their families’ lives. Witness musket and cannon demonstrations, learn about the advances in physics and astronomy, and explore trades like tailoring and carpentry crucial to the British Army. As you delve into this era’s scientific breakthroughs and daily challenges, dress warmly for an outdoor adventure that brings history and science to life. Visit fortticonderoga.org for more.

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