New Exhibit -- American and British
Soldiers: What They Carried and Why
A look at the uniforms and equipment of the Revolutionary War
soldiers on both sides stationed at Mount Independence. |
|
When |
Program |
| May 24 -
Sat. - 7 a.m. |
Early Bird Nature Walk -- It's the traditional
spring event. Enjoy walking with bird expert Sue Wetmore, as she
identifies and "talks to" the birds of spring on Mount
Independence. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. No pets
please. |
|
June is Vermont Heritage Month |
| June 14 &
15 - Sat. & Sun. |
Vermont Days -- Free admission for
Vermont Residents |
| June 14 -
Sat. - 2 p.m. |
Unveiling the Interpretive Signage on the Baldwin Trail
-- Enjoy a stroll with history experts along the new Baldwin Trail
to see the new interpretive signage. Learn more
here. |
| June 15 -
Sun. -
1 p.m. |
Wildflowers of the Mount
-- Naturalist Ann Chiesa leads a walk to discover the many kinds
of wildflowers that grace Mount Independence. Wear sturdy shoes
and dress for the weather. Bring a picnic to enjoy before the
walk. |
| June 23 &
24 |
Vermont History Expo in Tunbridge
-- come visit the Coalition's booth |
| July 11 -
Fri. - 7 p.m. |
Music on the Mount -- Enjoy the music of the
Revolution with the Seth Warner Mount Independence Fife & Drum
Corps led by Rustan Swenson. Swenson will provide commentary about
the music and its uses, both military and civilian. This group is
much in demand for parades and programs. For more information,
click here. |
| July 13 -
Sun. - 2 p.m. |
Hike into History
--
Archaeologist Allen Hathaway leads another of his popular hikes
exploring the trails at Mount Independence. Wear sturdy shoes and
dress for the weather. |
| July 19 &
20 - Sat. & Sun. |
Soldiers Atop the Mount -- This
living history weekend honors the American, British, and German
occupation o f the Mount. Reenactors demonstrate military tactics,
artillery, camp life, colonial crafts, cooking, and clothing.
After the military tacticals meet and greet the soldiers. Guided
camp tours, trail tours, drilling lessons, and children's history
scavenger hunt and activities. Saturday afternoon enjoy the annual
reading of the Declaration of Independence and a musical
performance by the Seth Warner Mount Independence Fife & Drum
Corps. Sunday afternoon at 3:00 pm historian Paul Andriscin
presents an illustrated program, "What They Carried and Why,"
about the soldier's kit and equipment. Call for details. |
| July 19 -
Sat. - 7 p.m. |
Music on the Mount -- Brass Connection presents a
lively pops style family concert with selections of music ranging
from light classics, Dixieland, swing, Broadway show tunes,
Tijuana Brass and patriotic selections. Bring a lawn chair or
blanket. Parking fee. Donations appreciated. For more information,
click here. |
| August 3
- Sun. - 2 p.m. |
Hike into History
/ The Orange & Blue Trails
-- Mount Independence Coalition Vice-president Steve Zeoli leads a
hike out the Orange Trail and back on the Blue Trail. Learn what
was happening here in 1776 and 1777! Wear sturdy shoes and dress
for the weather. Bring a picnic to enjoy before the walk. |
| August 16
- Sat. |
Bennington Battle Day -- free
admission |
|
August 17
- Sun. - 2 p.m. |
Mount
Independence Rocks! -- Geologist Helen Mango from
Castleton State College leads another of her popular hikes
exploring the geology of Mount Independence, from the oldest rocks
in the Potsdam Formation to the newer rocks of the Great Meadows
Formation. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Click
here for more information. |
|
September is Vermont
Archeology Month |
September
7 - Sun. -
2 p.m. |
Hike into History -- Archaeologist Allen Hathaway
focuses on archaeology on this guided hike along one of the
Mount’s trails. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
Vermont Archaeology Month program. |
September
21 - Sun. -
1 p.m. |
Guided Walk: The Tales Trees Tell -- On this guided
walk, Middlebury College biology professor Andi Lloyd and
participants will explore the natural history of the forests at
Mt. Independence. Learn how to read the history of forests through
tree rings, fallen trees, and other clues. Wear sturdy shoes and
dress for the weather. Click here for
more information. |
September 27 - Sat. -
7 p.m. |
Ban Tarleton
-- English actor-playwright Howard Burnham presents another
acclaimed dramatic program in costume, this time bringing to life
"Ban" Banastre Tarleton, the "most hated British soldier in the
American Revolution." The infamous commander of the Green
Dragoons, reminisces in old age about his colorful life and time
in America. Tarlteon will bemoan the efficiency of Thaddeus
Kosciusko, an engineer at Mount Independence, throughout the war.
See www.howardburnham.com. |
| October 4
- Sat. - 1 p.m. |
J. Robert Maguire Lecture
-- This year’s Maguire Lecturer is Edward G. Lengel, associate
editor of The Papers of George Washington, and a professor at the
University of Virginia. His new book, This Glorious Struggle,
presents a selection of important and revealing letters written by
Washington while commander in chief of the Continental Army.
Please join us for what will prove to be a fascinating look at the
father of our country and his views on our region during the
Revolutionary War. |
| October 13
- Mon. |
Last day of the Season |
October 18
- Sat. -
11:00 a.m. |
Mount Independence
Coalition Annual Meeting.
Following the meeting, Don Wickman will lead a talk and a walk,
which will feature an update on the book project. Don Wickman's
talk is open to the public. |
