Henry Knox Trail Reenactment

WALK IN HISTORY’S FOOTSTEPS

Join us in Fort Edward, NY, for a once-in-a-lifetime reenactment of the Henry Knox Trail! Step back in time to become part of the “Noble Train of Artillery” that Colonel Knox led from Crown Point to Boston in the winter of 1775 – 1776.

This brave act came to be known as one of the greatest feats of the American Revolution, turning the tides of the 10-month siege and bolstering the Continental Army’s ability to fight back against the British.

As part of America’s 250th celebration, counties throughout the Northeast have teamed up to celebrate the world-changing history that happened here!

Naturally, this includes Washington, Warren, Saratoga, Rensselaer, Albany, Essex, and Columbia Counties, which will each host their own celebrations as the multi-day reenactment travels along the Knox Trail through New York and Massachusetts.

Local students are making history!

To construct the historically inspired sleds for the December event, students from dozens of local school districts had a hand in the process. Conservation program students at the Southern Adirondack Education Center harvested and milled the lumber, which was then sent to the F. Donald Myers Education Center in Saratoga Springs to be cut and constructed by students in the Construction Trades program.

THE KNOX TRAIL IN NUMBERS

56-Day

Journey from Lake
George to Boston

300+ Miles

Traveled over
ice & snow

59 Cannons

Delivered to General
George Washington

42 Sleds

Pulled overland by teams of draft animals

KNOX TRAIL ROUTE

Join us in Fort Edward, NY for a once-in-a-lifetime reenactment of the Henry Knox Trail! Step back in time to become part of the “noble train of artillery” that Knox led from Crown Point to Boston in the winter of 1775.

The trail will begin at Fort Edward Jr./Sr. High School, then follow the old military road (now known as Route 4) to the Old Fort House Museum, where the Washington County leg will conclude with a wreath laying ceremony and an open house.

PLEASE NOTE: The artillery will be hauled by the sturdy steeds of the Washington County Draft Animal Association. They will join the procession near the intersection of Route 4 and Eddy St and continue to the Old Fort House Museum.

“This is more than a reenactment – it’s a celebration of community, education, and the enduring spirit of America. We want everyone to feel a part of this effort – veterans, students, families, local businesses and history enthusiasts alike.”

– Patrick Niles, event organizer and Co-Chair of the Washington County 250th Committee

Individuals, organizations and groups interested in participating are encouraged to RSVP by November 30, 2025 by calling 518-747-9108.

ACTIVITIES

Witness a historical reenactment following the Henry Knox Trail
Engage with reenactors in period costumes authentic to the era
Learn more about the Revolutionary War era and the local war effort
Visit the Old Fort House Museum to learn more about Fort Edward, NY’s vibrant past

Parking and Warming Centers

Visitors may park at the Fort Edward Jr. Sr. High School or Old Fort House Museum.
If you need a place to warm up for a few minutes, the Washington County Historical Society will also be open,
located at 167 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Washington and Saratoga Counties
Saturday, December 13

Time	Activity
8:30 AM	Wreath laying ceremony at the Hudson Falls Free Library (220 Main St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839) NOTE: Though this is where we will begin our festivities and hope you will join us, it is not where the parade begins.
9:00 AM	Wreath laying ceremony at the Fort Edward High School (220 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828. The procession will then proceed to the Old Fort House Museum (29 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828) where there will be an open house. NOTE: The artillery and horses will join the procession near the intersection of Route 4 and Eddy St. and continue on along the route.
10:30 AM	The procession will continue through Fort Miller and pause for another wreath laying at the third Knox Marker.
1:00 PM	Washington County hands off to Saratoga County in the center of Dix Bridge (in Hudson Crossing Park). Procession from Dix Bridge to Fort Hardy Park (Field of Grounded Arms) along the Old Champlain Canal Tow Path.
1:00 PM ‒ 4:00 PM	Knox Festival at Fort Hardy Park featuring living historians, draft animal wagon rides, artillery demos, food and more.

Warren County
Friday, December 12

Time	Activity
3:00PM	Knox lands in a bateau at the head of Lake George. Replica cannons are removed from the bateau and placed on sleds with reenactors and pulled by horses up Fort George Road to Lake George Battlefield Park (about 2/10 miles), which includes the ruins of Fort George where Knox stayed in 1775.
4:30PM	Reception featuring historian Rick Atkinson at Holiday Inn Resort Lake George.
7:00PM	Program featuring historian Rick Atkinson and the Glens Falls Symphony Orchestra at Lake George High School.

Saratoga and Albany Counties
Sunday, December 14

Time	Activity
10:00AM	Saratoga County hands off livestock to Albany County at Peebles Island State Park near the remaining breastworks from the continental army presence in 1777.
Afternoon	Knox Event at Schuyler Mansion in Albany.