Historical Event: Expedition to Capture Ticonderoga

Discover Our Revolutionary Roots This May – A Regional Celebration of History

This May, the Town of Manchester invites you to be part of an extraordinary regional celebration marking the 250th anniversary of one of the most daring and influential campaigns of the American Revolution—the 1775 expedition led by Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys to capture Fort Ticonderoga.

The “Expedition to Ticonderoga” is not just a series of historical events—it's a chance to connect with the landscapes, landmarks, and communities that shaped our shared story.

From moving ceremonies in unexpected corners of Bennington County to immersive experiences that bring Revolutionary-era life to the present, this month-long tribute offers something for everyone—history lovers, families, students, and curious minds alike. We especially encourage residents to explore events in nearby towns, where surprising stories and living history await.

Manchester is proud to support this regional moment of reflection and celebration. We hope you’ll join us in honoring the bravery, determination, and unity that helped define the Green Mountain spirit—still alive in our hills and valleys today.

Brochure and more information about the events can be found in the document and at the link below. 

As we reflect on this chapter of Revolutionary history, we also recognize that the land the Green Mountain Boys fought for was—and remains—the ancestral homeland of the Abenaki and other Indigenous peoples. Their deep connection to this land long predates the founding of the United States, and their stories are an essential part of the region’s living history. The Abenaki and their ancestors have lived, traveled, and stewarded this land for thousands of years, and they continue to maintain deep spiritual and cultural connections to it today.

We offer respect and gratitude to the Indigenous peoples of this region—past, present, and future—and recognize their ongoing contributions to our communities.

Learn More

To learn more about the history, culture, and present-day voices of the Abenaki and other Indigenous peoples in Vermont, we encourage residents to explore the following resources:

• Elnu Abenaki Tribe – www.elnuabenakitribe.org

• Nulhegan Band of the Coosuk Abenaki Nation – www.abenakitribe.org

• Vermont Abenaki Artists Association – abenakiart.org

• “Abenaki: People of the Dawn” – Exhibit and educational content from the Vermont Indigenous Heritage Center

• Vermont Commission on Native American Affairs – vcnaa.vermont.gov