Fort William Henry Museum

Explore the Wilderness of Lake George at the Fort William Henry Museum

Jump back in time to experience the wilderness of Lake George during the French and Indian War in the 1700s at the Fort William Henry Museum.

Tour Options

The museum offers two unique tour options:

General History Tour

On the general history tour, you'll delve into the historical background of the area and the war. Tour highlights include:

• Learning more about the history of the area and the war
• Interacting with the fort's soldiers (costumed reenactors)
• Seeing the cannons fire and other engaging demonstrations

Ghost Tour

The ghost tour offers a spine-chilling experience where you'll hear long-passed down stories and the personal experiences of tour guides with the supernatural. Be prepared to see spooky sights along the way.

Visitor Reviews

Both the history tour and the ghost tour have received high praise from recent visitors. Tour-goers were particularly impressed with the exhibits and demonstrations, noting they gained valuable insights during their visits. The engaging and knowledgeable guides on the ghost tours also received commendation. Many visitors suggest stopping by the gift shop to browse through the variety of souvenirs before leaving.

Location and Admission

The Fort William Henry Museum is conveniently located on the southern bank of Lake George, just a short walk from Million Dollar Beach and directly across the street from the Lake George Steamboat Company dock.

Admission costs are as follows:

• $19.95 for adults
• $15.95 for seniors
• $9 for kids aged 5 to 15

Online booking with reservations is highly recommended. Tickets for the Spirit of History Ghost Tours are priced the same and also require advance reservations.

The museum operates daily from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. For more information and to book your visit online, please visit the museum's website.