The Road to Revolution at Fort Ligonier
Explore 8-acres of reconstructed buildings, fortifications, earthworks, artillery pieces, and more featured in the Fort built in 1758 and decommissioned in 1766. This tour focuses on the men, women, and children who fought and lived at Fort Ligonier and who made history. Washington, Bouquet, Mercer, Forbes, Stephen, Burd, and more played crucial roles in the French and Indian War and their actions would pave the way for American Revolution 20 years later!
Artifacts: A Path to the Past
What stories could the items in a museum tell if they could speak? Discover the thousands of rare artifacts and artwork on display throughout Fort Ligonier’s Museum galleries. See where staff care for and manage priceless artifacts that are not on display in the museum’s new Collections Storage Room. Learn unique stories about the people who used these priceless items more than 250 years ago.
Fort Ligonier
Discover the incredible story of Fort Ligonier’s role in the creation of Pittsburgh and the Road to Revolution. Explore the 8-acre historic site’s magnificent fortification, reconstructed outbuildings, and world-class museum featuring thousands of rare 18th century artifacts and art. Immerse yourself in the unknown story of George Washington’s “Friendly Fire” Incident, the last place he was under fire before the American Revolution and where he said his life was in the most jeopardy.
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Located in the Laurel Highlands, Westmoreland County
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Matt Gault
Director of Education
200 S Market St, Ligonier, PA 15658
724-238-9701, Ext. 310
Fortligonier.org
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Lead like Washington
The French and Indian War taught George Washington valuable lessons that prepared him to become our nation’s founding father. In 1758 and at Fort Ligonier, Washington faced dire and life-threatening situations that challenged his leadership qualities. One of this moment’s, George Washington’s “Friendly Fire” Incident impacted Washington in such a way that he wrote thirty years later “… involved the life of G.W. in as much jeopardy as it had ever been before or since...” Tour attendees will walk the same ground as Washington and experience the evolution of the Revolutionary War General!​
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Road to Revolution
The French and Indian War paved the way for the War for Independence. Those who joined England in the fight at the Battle of the Monongahela found themselves fighting against the monarchy 20 years later. These experiences played a major and formative role in the lives of those who became “Patriots” or remained loyal to the crown. Join us on the Road to Revolution at Braddock’s Battlefield History Center!
Braddock’s Battlefield History Center
Braddock’s Battlefield History Center (BBHC) stands on the very ground where the July 9, 1755, Battle of the Monongahela – also known as “Braddock’s Defeat” – took place. The BBHC offers a robust schedule of engaging historical programming including creative kids’ activities, fascinating lectures, and a new Dunbar’s Camp Exhibit featuring rare archaeological finds from Braddock’s army to tell the story of the most widely recognized battle of the French and Indian War.​
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Located east of downtown Pittsburgh, Allegheny County
Matt Gault
Director of Education
609 6th St, Braddock, PA 15104
412-271-0800
mgault@braddocksbattlefield.com
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BBHC Tours
Power of Place
The July 9, 1755, Battle of the Monongahela sent shockwaves throughout the American colonies and around the rest of the world. Experience this moment in history by exploring the museum situated on original battlefield where the first shots were fired. Follow in the footsteps of the distinct groups of people who were present at the battle and learn the powerful stories of those who changed the course of history.
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