Quick History of Fort Stanwix

Welcome to Fort Stanwix along the Oneida Carry: The BUSIEST place you've never heard of!Join a ranger for this 15 minute program about the history of the land the historic fort sat on the different cultures that claimed it its role in the American Revolution and how the......More

Welcome to Fort Stanwix along the Oneida Carry: The BUSIEST place you've never heard of!Join a ranger for this 15 minute program about the history of the land the historic fort sat on the different cultures that claimed it its role in the American Revolution and how the modern park came to be!Please Note: The park is closed on Mondays & Tuesdays in July & August and this program will not occur. 

Meet at the park Visitor Center.

Defending the Carry

See or participate in a demonstration and discover historic weapons that were used to protect the Oneida Carry. Please Note: The park is closed on Mondays & Tuesdays in July & August and this program will not occur. 

Meet inside the fort.

Fortification Walk

Join this special guided program and inspect the fortifications explore the architecure and sneak into Fort Stanwix to see how it works to protect you!  Please Note: The park is closed on Mondays & Tuesdays in July and August and this program will not occur. ...More

Join this special guided program and inspect the fortifications explore the architecure and sneak into Fort Stanwix to see how it works to protect you!  Please Note: The park is closed on Mondays & Tuesdays in July and August and this program will not occur. 

Meet by the fort gates.

Puzzle Quest: Mysteries, Myths, & Mayhem!

It’s spooky time again! Do you like to solve puzzles? Are you up for a good mystery?Then plan to visit the park on Saturdays throughout October from 10-3 for this year’s “Mysteries, Myths, and Mayhem” event. Gather clues as you tour the fort and solve one of the many my......More

It’s spooky time again! Do you like to solve puzzles? Are you up for a good mystery?Then plan to visit the park on Saturdays throughout October from 10-3 for this year’s “Mysteries, Myths, and Mayhem” event. Gather clues as you tour the fort and solve one of the many mysteries of Fort Schuyler in 1781.As always, the event is free, and there is no registration required. Whether you come on your own or with a group, plan to have a lot of fun at the fort!

Puzzle Quest: Mysteries, Myths, & Mayhem!

It’s spooky time again! Do you like to solve puzzles? Are you up for a good mystery?Then plan to visit the park on Saturdays throughout October from 10-3 for this year’s “Mysteries, Myths, and Mayhem” event. Gather clues as you tour the fort and solve one of the many my......More

It’s spooky time again! Do you like to solve puzzles? Are you up for a good mystery?Then plan to visit the park on Saturdays throughout October from 10-3 for this year’s “Mysteries, Myths, and Mayhem” event. Gather clues as you tour the fort and solve one of the many mysteries of Fort Schuyler in 1781.As always, the event is free, and there is no registration required. Whether you come on your own or with a group, plan to have a lot of fun at the fort!

Erie Canal Leaf Peeping Ride

Choose your own adventure! A walk hike or bike ride the Bikes & Hikes Summer Series returns for another year!Participants should be prepared for the weather. Sunscreen ample water and snacks are recommended. For all rides bring your own bikes and helmets. Walks are reco......More

Choose your own adventure! A walk hike or bike ride the Bikes & Hikes Summer Series returns for another year!Participants should be prepared for the weather. Sunscreen ample water and snacks are recommended. For all rides bring your own bikes and helmets. Walks are recommended for all ages. Hikes and Bikes are recommended for those 10 years and up. Saturday October 18: Erie Canal Leaf Peeping RideMeet at the park visitor center.An annual ride down the Erie Canal Trail to admire the fall foliage and learn a little canal history.

Puzzle Quest: Mysteries, Myths, & Mayhem!

It’s spooky time again! Do you like to solve puzzles? Are you up for a good mystery?Then plan to visit the park on Saturdays throughout October from 10-3 for this year’s “Mysteries, Myths, and Mayhem” event. Gather clues as you tour the fort and solve one of the many my......More

It’s spooky time again! Do you like to solve puzzles? Are you up for a good mystery?Then plan to visit the park on Saturdays throughout October from 10-3 for this year’s “Mysteries, Myths, and Mayhem” event. Gather clues as you tour the fort and solve one of the many mysteries of Fort Schuyler in 1781.As always, the event is free, and there is no registration required. Whether you come on your own or with a group, plan to have a lot of fun at the fort!

Puzzle Quest: Mysteries, Myths, & Mayhem!

It’s spooky time again! Do you like to solve puzzles? Are you up for a good mystery?Then plan to visit the park on Saturdays throughout October from 10-3 for this year’s “Mysteries, Myths, and Mayhem” event. Gather clues as you tour the fort and solve one of the many my......More

It’s spooky time again! Do you like to solve puzzles? Are you up for a good mystery?Then plan to visit the park on Saturdays throughout October from 10-3 for this year’s “Mysteries, Myths, and Mayhem” event. Gather clues as you tour the fort and solve one of the many mysteries of Fort Schuyler in 1781.As always, the event is free, and there is no registration required. Whether you come on your own or with a group, plan to have a lot of fun at the fort!

Puzzle Quest: Mysteries, Myths, & Mayhem!

It’s spooky time again! Do you like to solve puzzles? Are you up for a good mystery?Then plan to visit the park on Saturdays throughout October from 10-3 for this year’s “Mysteries, Myths, and Mayhem” event. Gather clues as you tour the fort and solve one of the many my......More

It’s spooky time again! Do you like to solve puzzles? Are you up for a good mystery?Then plan to visit the park on Saturdays throughout October from 10-3 for this year’s “Mysteries, Myths, and Mayhem” event. Gather clues as you tour the fort and solve one of the many mysteries of Fort Schuyler in 1781.As always, the event is free, and there is no registration required. Whether you come on your own or with a group, plan to have a lot of fun at the fort!

Winter on the Carry Exploration Event

On Saturday, November 28, the annual Winter on the Carry candlelight event returns to Fort Stanwix National Monument! This special event highlights the winter traditions of 18th Century residents of the Mohawk Valley. From 2 p.m. until 4 p.m., visitors will be invited t......More

On Saturday, November 28, the annual Winter on the Carry candlelight event returns to Fort Stanwix National Monument! This special event highlights the winter traditions of 18th Century residents of the Mohawk Valley. From 2 p.m. until 4 p.m., visitors will be invited to explore uniquely decorated rooms inside the fort. A special candlelight evening portion begins at 6:30 p.m. and ends at 8:30 p.m. Both are free of charge.Day and evening activities will include a greeting card photo station and a Holiday Junior Ranger activity for children and their families. The evening event will also feature a holiday sing-along.“Everyone is invited to sing and be merry! This event is unique for winter visitors, who will be able to have amazing opportunities to see the candlelit fort decorated as the soldiers and their families would have remembered from home,” said Park Ranger Kelly Cardwell. “Bring your family and friends for a relaxing post-Thanksgiving evening!”Visitors are cautioned to dress for the weather and bring a flashlight, as the fort can be dark and is exposed to the weather. During the evening rooms will be decorated with candles, ivy, and cozy fires.The festivities end at 8:30 p.m., but decorations will be kept on until Saturday, December 14. Those who are unable to attend the event can view them Tuesday through Saturday between 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., weather dependent.