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Boat Building
Boat Building
Watch boats being built! Boat builder Charlie Beyer will be in the boat shop from 10 am through 3 pm working on a batch of Split Rock Sailing Dinghies, which …
Free
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21st Century Development in Nautical Archaeology
21st Century Development in Nautical Archaeology
Almost 250 years after the Revolutionary War, many vessels from the war are no longer present. Yet, nautical archaeology at historical sites can still uncover new information about important events by using technologies such as remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), metal detectors, and sonar. In this free program, learn about Revolutionary War events that happened along …
21st Century Development in Nautical Archaeology Read More »
Free
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Museum Overview Tour
Museum Overview Tour
There’s a lot to see at the Museum! If you’re wondering where to start, come along on a free tour of the grounds that covers some of Lake Champlain’s narratives, …
Free
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Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat …
Free
4 events,
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Canceled Boat Building
Canceled Boat Building
Watch boats being built! Boat builder Charlie Beyer will be in the boat shop from 10 am through 3 pm working on a batch of Split Rock Sailing Dinghies, which …
Free
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Collections Corner
Collections Corner
Are you interested in a glimpse of the postcards people sent each other hundreds of years ago? What about the musical instruments they played? At the Museum’s Collections Corner, get …
Free
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Clean Water Act Tour
Clean Water Act Tour
The Clean Water Act was signed in 1972 with the intention to make lasting change to the impacts that industries and infrastructure have on our waterways. Stop by this exhibit, …
Free
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Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
6 events,
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Boat Building
Boat Building
Watch boats being built! Boat builder Charlie Beyer will be in the boat shop from 10 am through 3 pm working on a batch of Split Rock Sailing Dinghies, which …
Free
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Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
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Hands-On Ecology
Hands-On Ecology
Lake Champlain is an ecosystem that has evolved over time, and is still changing today. At this free experience, you’ll learn about some of the ecological challenges that Lake Champlain …
Free
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The Many Faces of Prohibition
The Many Faces of Prohibition
Before federal prohibition in 1919, Vermont’s era of prohibition lasted from 1853-1903, with its own complexities, debates, and anecdotes. At this free experience, learn about the different groups of people …
Free
5 events,
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ROV Shipwreck Tour
ROV Shipwreck Tour
Explore a shipwreck... without getting wet! There are hundreds of historic shipwrecks in Lake Champlain. Join us as we take a tour boat to the site of the Champlain II …
$25 – $40
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Boat Building
Boat Building
Watch boats being built! Boat builder Charlie Beyer will be in the boat shop from 10 am through 3 pm working on a batch of Split Rock Sailing Dinghies, which …
Free
–
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous people have lived in the Champlain Valley since time immemorial, and the American Revolutionary War brought many changes to their homelands and lifestyles. In this free, hour-long program, we’ll …
Free
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Clean Water Act Tour
Clean Water Act Tour
The Clean Water Act was signed in 1972 with the intention to make lasting change to the impacts that industries and infrastructure have on our waterways. Stop by this exhibit, …
Free
7 events,
Summer Clearance Sale
Don’t miss out on our biggest summer sale of the season! The Museum Store is hosting a clearance sale this week only, beginning on Friday, August 4. Items are marked 25-50% off, including selected Museum tees and apparel, greeting cards, gifts, books and more.
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Boat Building
Boat Building
Watch boats being built! Boat builder Charlie Beyer will be in the boat shop from 10 am through 3 pm working on a batch of Split Rock Sailing Dinghies, which …
Free
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
–
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous people have lived in the Champlain Valley since time immemorial, and the American Revolutionary War brought many changes to their homelands and lifestyles. In this free, hour-long program, we’ll …
Free
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Environmental Justice on Lake Champlain
Environmental Justice on Lake Champlain
While climate change impacts nature and ecosystems, it also impacts people and their communities. To address these impacts, a movement called environmental justice aims for solutions that benefit all communities …
Free
4 events,
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Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
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Collections Corner: Shipwreck Simulator
Collections Corner: Shipwreck Simulator
Try your hand at being an archaeologist! Visitors will experience an archaeological excavation firsthand in our shipwreck simulator. Staff will teach the basics of archaeological documentation and demonstrate how artifacts …
Free
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Canoeing for Conservation: The Nature of Invasive Species
Canoeing for Conservation: The Nature of Invasive Species
What are invasive species? How did they find their way into our waters and onto our shores? What can we do about them? And why does this conversation matter? In …
Canoeing for Conservation: The Nature of Invasive Species Read More »
$25 – $40
5 events,
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Boat Building
Boat Building
Watch boats being built! Boat builder Charlie Beyer will be in the boat shop from 10 am through 3 pm working on a batch of Split Rock Sailing Dinghies, which …
Free
–
21st Century Developments in Nautical Archaeology
21st Century Developments in Nautical Archaeology
Almost 250 years after the Revolutionary War, many vessels from the war are no longer present. Yet, nautical archaeology at historical sites can still uncover new information about important events …
21st Century Developments in Nautical Archaeology Read More »
Free
–
Museum Overview Tour
Museum Overview Tour
There’s a lot to see at the Museum! If you’re wondering where to start, come along on a free tour of the grounds that covers some of Lake Champlain’s narratives, …
Free
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
5 events,
–
Boat Building
Boat Building
Watch boats being built! Boat builder Charlie Beyer will be in the boat shop from 10 am through 3 pm working on a batch of Split Rock Sailing Dinghies, which are a lightweight composite sailboat designed for us by Jim Donovan. Drop in to watch a little bit of the process, ask questions, and learn …
Free
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Collections Corner
Collections Corner
Are you interested in a glimpse of the postcards people sent each other hundreds of years ago? What about the musical instruments they played? At the Museum’s Collections Corner, get …
Free
–
Clean Water Act Tour
Clean Water Act Tour
The Clean Water Act was signed in 1972 with the intention to make lasting change to the impacts that industries and infrastructure have on our waterways. Stop by this exhibit, …
Free
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
7 events,
–
Boat Building
Boat Building
Watch boats being built! Boat builder Charlie Beyer will be in the boat shop from 10 am through 3 pm working on a batch of Split Rock Sailing Dinghies, which …
Free
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
–
Hands-On Ecology
Hands-On Ecology
Lake Champlain is an ecosystem that has evolved over time, and is still changing today. At this free experience, you’ll learn about some of the ecological challenges that Lake Champlain …
Free
–
The Many Faces of Prohibition
The Many Faces of Prohibition
Before federal prohibition in 1919, Vermont’s era of prohibition lasted from 1853-1903, with its own complexities, debates, and anecdotes. At this free experience, learn about the different groups of people …
Free
6 events,
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ROV Shipwreck Tour
ROV Shipwreck Tour
Explore a shipwreck... without getting wet! There are hundreds of historic shipwrecks in Lake Champlain. Join us as we take a tour boat to the site of the Champlain II …
$25 – $40
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Boat Building
Boat Building
Watch boats being built! Boat builder Charlie Beyer will be in the boat shop from 10 am through 3 pm working on a batch of Split Rock Sailing Dinghies, which …
Free
–
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous people have lived in the Champlain Valley since time immemorial, and the American Revolutionary War brought many changes to their homelands and lifestyles. In this free, hour-long program, we’ll …
Free
–
Clean Water Act Tour
Clean Water Act Tour
The Clean Water Act was signed in 1972 with the intention to make lasting change to the impacts that industries and infrastructure have on our waterways. Stop by this exhibit, …
Free
7 events,
–
Boat Building
Boat Building
Watch boats being built! Boat builder Charlie Beyer will be in the boat shop from 10 am through 3 pm working on a batch of Split Rock Sailing Dinghies, which …
Free
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
–
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous people have lived in the Champlain Valley since time immemorial, and the American Revolutionary War brought many changes to their homelands and lifestyles. In this free, hour-long program, we’ll …
Free
–
Environmental Justice on Lake Champlain
Environmental Justice on Lake Champlain
While climate change impacts nature and ecosystems, it also impacts people and their communities. To address these impacts, a movement called environmental justice aims for solutions that benefit all communities …
Free
1 event,
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Teen Sailing Class
Teen Sailing Class
Calling all adventurous teens: let's get sailing! In this one-day introductory sailing course, teens will learn the basics of small boat sailing, how to right a capsized boat, and how …
$125
3 events,
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21st Century Developments in Nautical Archaeology
21st Century Developments in Nautical Archaeology
Almost 250 years after the Revolutionary War, many vessels from the war are no longer present. Yet, nautical archaeology at historical sites can still uncover new information about important events …
21st Century Developments in Nautical Archaeology Read More »
Free
–
Museum Overview Tour
Museum Overview Tour
There’s a lot to see at the Museum! If you’re wondering where to start, come along on a free tour of the grounds that covers some of Lake Champlain’s narratives, …
Free
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
3 events,
–
Collections Corner
Collections Corner
Are you interested in a glimpse of the postcards people sent each other hundreds of years ago? What about the musical instruments they played? At the Museum’s Collections Corner, get …
Free
–
Clean Water Act Tour
Clean Water Act Tour
The Clean Water Act was signed in 1972 with the intention to make lasting change to the impacts that industries and infrastructure have on our waterways. Stop by this exhibit, …
Free
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
5 events,
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
–
Hands-On Ecology
Hands-On Ecology
Lake Champlain is an ecosystem that has evolved over time, and is still changing today. At this free experience, you’ll learn about some of the ecological challenges that Lake Champlain …
Free
–
The Many Faces of Prohibition
The Many Faces of Prohibition
Before federal prohibition in 1919, Vermont’s era of prohibition lasted from 1853-1903, with its own complexities, debates, and anecdotes. At this free experience, learn about the different groups of people …
Free
–
Birding & Boating
Birding & Boating
Join us on canoes for a 2-hour program of paddling and exploring the birds of Otter Creek. This family-friendly program welcomes everyone from beginners to experts! Smaller children can take …
$25 – $40
4 events,
–
ROV Shipwreck Tour
ROV Shipwreck Tour
Explore a shipwreck... without getting wet! There are hundreds of historic shipwrecks in Lake Champlain. Join us as we take a tour boat to the site of the Champlain II shipwreck and go for a "dive" using an underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). Our robotic camera sends back real-time video to an on-board monitor as …
$25 – $40
–
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous people have lived in the Champlain Valley since time immemorial, and the American Revolutionary War brought many changes to their homelands and lifestyles. In this free, hour-long program, we’ll talk about the complicated relationships that the Six Nations, Abenakis, and Mohicans each had with the British and American sides, and we’ll explore the Revolutionary …
Free
–
Clean Water Act Tour
Clean Water Act Tour
The Clean Water Act was signed in 1972 with the intention to make lasting change to the impacts that industries and infrastructure have on our waterways. Stop by this exhibit, …
Free
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would be like too! Climb on board this replica of a 1862-class sailing canal boat to learn about the lives and culture of canal boaters, through …
Free
5 events,
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would be like too! Climb on board this replica of a 1862-class sailing canal boat to learn about the lives and culture of canal boaters, through …
Free
–
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous people have lived in the Champlain Valley since time immemorial, and the American Revolutionary War brought many changes to their homelands and lifestyles. In this free, hour-long program, we’ll talk about the complicated relationships that the Six Nations, Abenakis, and Mohicans each had with the British and American sides, and we’ll explore the Revolutionary …
Free
–
Environmental Justice on Lake Champlain
Environmental Justice on Lake Champlain
While climate change impacts nature and ecosystems, it also impacts people and their communities. To address these impacts, a movement called environmental justice aims for solutions that benefit all communities equally. At this free experience, learn about some of Lake Champlain’s environmental justice issues and which communities they disproportionately impact. You’ll also have the opportunity …
Free
–
Canceled Learn to Row!
Canceled Learn to Row!
**Due to strong winds predicted for the afternoon, this event has been cancelled.** Row in one of our iconic pilot gigs! Open to all rowing experience levels, beginner to expert, this 2-hour experience gives you the opportunity to learn how to row (or practice your rowing skills) in these large wooden rowing gigs and explore …
$25
3 events,
–
21st Century Developments in Nautical Archaeology
21st Century Developments in Nautical Archaeology
Almost 250 years after the Revolutionary War, many vessels from the war are no longer present. Yet, nautical archaeology at historical sites can still uncover new information about important events by using technologies such as remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), metal detectors, and sonar. In this free program, learn about Revolutionary War events that happened along …
21st Century Developments in Nautical Archaeology Read More »
Free
–
Museum Overview Tour
Museum Overview Tour
There’s a lot to see at the Museum! If you’re wondering where to start, come along on a free tour of the grounds that covers some of Lake Champlain’s narratives, from Revolutionary War history to personal and commercial boatbuilding to Prohibition in the region. Tours will begin on the Museum Green. Accessibility: This tour will …
Free
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would be like too! Climb on board this replica of a 1862-class sailing canal boat to learn about the lives and culture of canal boaters, through …
Free
3 events,
–
Collections Corner
Collections Corner
Are you interested in a glimpse of the postcards people sent each other hundreds of years ago? What about the musical instruments they played? At the Museum’s Collections Corner, get an up-close look at a variety of artifacts from our collections and hear about their unique stories, from objects used in battle to personal belongings …
Free
–
Canceled Clean Water Act Tour
Canceled Clean Water Act Tour
**This event has been cancelled. Please check the calendar for the next available date for this program.** The Clean Water Act was signed in 1972 with the intention to make lasting change to the impacts that industries and infrastructure have on our waterways. Stop by this exhibit, on the green, to learn about how this …
Free
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
5 events,
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
–
Hands-On Ecology
Hands-On Ecology
Lake Champlain is an ecosystem that has evolved over time, and is still changing today. At this free experience, you’ll learn about some of the ecological challenges that Lake Champlain …
Free
–
The Many Faces of Prohibition
The Many Faces of Prohibition
Before federal prohibition in 1919, Vermont’s era of prohibition lasted from 1853-1903, with its own complexities, debates, and anecdotes. At this free experience, learn about the different groups of people …
Free
–
Birding & Boating
Birding & Boating
Join us on canoes for a 2-hour program of paddling and exploring the birds of Otter Creek. This family-friendly program welcomes everyone from beginners to experts! Smaller children can take …
$25
5 events,
–
ROV Shipwreck Tour
ROV Shipwreck Tour
Explore a shipwreck... without getting wet! There are hundreds of historic shipwrecks in Lake Champlain. Join us as we take a tour boat to the site of the Champlain II shipwreck and go for a "dive" using an underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). Our robotic camera sends back real-time video to an on-board monitor as …
$25 – $40
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Philadelphia II Open Hours
Philadelphia II Open Hours
Soldiers in the Revolutionary War not only fought on boats, they also could live on them for months. Step aboard the Museum's replica of the Revolutionary War gunboat Philadelphia to …
Free
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Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous people have lived in the Champlain Valley since time immemorial, and the American Revolutionary War brought many changes to their homelands and lifestyles. In this free, hour-long program, we’ll …
Free
–
Clean Water Act Tour
Clean Water Act Tour
The Clean Water Act was signed in 1972 with the intention to make lasting change to the impacts that industries and infrastructure have on our waterways. Stop by this exhibit, …
Free
5 events,
–
Canceled Lois McClure Open Hours
Canceled Lois McClure Open Hours
**This event has been cancelled** Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of …
Free
–
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous Experiences in the Revolutionary War
Indigenous people have lived in the Champlain Valley since time immemorial, and the American Revolutionary War brought many changes to their homelands and lifestyles. In this free, hour-long program, we’ll …
Free
–
Environmental Justice on Lake Champlain
Environmental Justice on Lake Champlain
While climate change impacts nature and ecosystems, it also impacts people and their communities. To address these impacts, a movement called environmental justice aims for solutions that benefit all communities …
Free
–
Canceled Learn to Row!
Canceled Learn to Row!
**This event has been cancelled** Row in one of our iconic pilot gigs! Open to all rowing experience levels, beginner to expert, this 2-hour experience gives you the opportunity to …
$25
2 events,
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
–
Canoeing for Conservation: The Nature of Invasive Species
Canoeing for Conservation: The Nature of Invasive Species
What are invasive species? How did they find their way into our waters and onto our shores? What can we do about them? And why does this conversation matter? In …
Canoeing for Conservation: The Nature of Invasive Species Read More »
$25
1 event,
–
Clean Water Act Tour
Clean Water Act Tour
The Clean Water Act was signed in 1972 with the intention to make lasting change to the impacts that industries and infrastructure have on our waterways. Stop by this exhibit, …
Free
2 events,
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
–
Birding & Boating
Birding & Boating
Join us on canoes for a 2-hour program of paddling and exploring the birds of Otter Creek. This family-friendly program welcomes everyone from beginners to experts! Smaller children can take …
$25
2 events,
–
ROV Shipwreck Tour
ROV Shipwreck Tour
Explore a shipwreck... without getting wet! There are hundreds of historic shipwrecks in Lake Champlain. Join us as we take a tour boat to the site of the Champlain II shipwreck and go for a "dive" using an underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). Our robotic camera sends back real-time video to an on-board monitor as …
$25 – $40
–
Canceled Clean Water Act Tour
Canceled Clean Water Act Tour
**This program has been cancelled for August 31, 2023** The Clean Water Act was signed in 1972 with the intention to make lasting change to the impacts that industries and …
Free
2 events,
–
Lois McClure Open Hours
Lois McClure Open Hours
Families on canal boats similar to the Lois McClure would spend the majority of their year on the water, and now you can get a sense of what canal boat life would …
Free
–
Learn to Row!
Learn to Row!
Row in one of our iconic pilot gigs! Open to all rowing experience levels, beginner to expert, this 2-hour experience gives you the opportunity to learn how to row (or …
$25
2 events,
–
Collections Corner: Show and Tell
Collections Corner: Show and Tell
Want to share your own historical items, memorabilia, artifacts and stories with the Museum's team? For this special Collections Corner, the public is invited to bring their own treasures and stories related to Champlain Valley history from home to share with each other and our Collections experts. With no expectation of a donation to the …
Free
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Weekend Sailing
Weekend Sailing
Experience Lake Champlain by sail! Get out on the water and have some fun in custom-built sailing dinghies made in the Museum’s boat shop. A great experience for family, friends, or adventurous dates, this is a special weekend experience for anyone looking to have some sailing fun on Lake Champlain. Boats are available to book …
$40
1 event,
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Sailing Weekend
Sailing Weekend
Experience Lake Champlain by sail! Get out on the water and have some fun in custom-built sailing dinghies made in the Museum’s boat shop. A great experience for family, friends, or adventurous dates, this is a special weekend experience for anyone looking to have some sailing fun on Lake Champlain. Boats are available to book …
$40