Rogers Island Upcoming Events

Rogers Island Visitors Center 11 Rogers Island Drive Fort Edward, NY 12828

ADMISSION TO ALL EVENTS: Free - (donations accepted to offset costs!) 747-3693

DIRECTIONS: From I-87: Exit 17N onto Rt.9 North. Right turn at first traffic light onto Rt. 197 East. Right turn on Rogers Island after crossing first bridge. From Rt.4: In village of Fort Edward take Rt. 197 West. Left turn on Rogers Island just before the second bridge.

ACCESSIBILITY: Wheelchair accessible, wheelchair accessible restrooms. Strollers are allowed.

FACILITIES: rest rooms, picnic tables, gift shop

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2010 Schedule of Events

February 6, 2010 – 2nd Annual Fundraising Gala

Join us in the Fort William Henry Resort's White Lion Room for a great evening with special music, silent auction and exceptional food in a beautiful setting. Be there as we unveil the plans for the Visitors Center and see what the future holds for the home of Rogers Rangers!

March 20, 2010 – Basket Weaving Workshop 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Fee $45.00 includes materials)

Participants will create an oblong bread styled basket of reed, which makes its own handle as it is woven. The class will be taught by Beverly Cornelius, who currently teaches throughout the Capital region and is a demonstrator at the Mabee Farm Historic Site in Rotterdam and at Fort Crailo State Historic Site in Rensselaer, NY. The fee, including materials, is $45. Class size is limited to 12. Registration is necessary by March 5. Call Bonnie at 793-8173.

May 2, 2010 - Native American Dance Shawl Workshop 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Fee $25 plus materials)

In the Dance Circle at a powwow, it is considered most appropriate for a woman to have her shoulders covered, unless she is wearing tribal regalia. This practice is carried on today, with an attitude of modesty and respect. Dance in style at your next powwow with a shawl made by you. The fee is $25, in addition to materials chosen by the participant. Class size is limited to 6, and registration is necessary by March 31 to select materials. Call Bonnie at 793-8173.

June 13, 2010 – Robert Rogers Challenge! A run, paddle and bike Triathlon. (See links on home page for registration form and more information)

Begins with a run/hike over Buck Mountain, then canoe/kayak from Fort Ann Beach along the east shore of Lake George, and finally bike approximately 30 miles to Rogers Island Visitors Center in Fort Edward! $60.00 per participant. Pre-registration required.

July 31 - August 2 - The Great Carrying Place "Coming Home" Pow Wow

10am-10pm Saturday and 10am-4pm Sunday. Come and experience a Native American PowWow! Enjoy the sounds of the Drums and Singers, and the sight of proud, energetic, colorful Dancers, as they step and sway, or kick up their heels in their particular style. There will be two dance sessions and competitions each day, as well as native vendors with a variety of crafts and gifts available. Plan to arrive early and stay late, and please bring a chair or blanket for your comfort.

September 25-26 - "The End of the Campaign" French & Indian War Encampment

10:00am– 4:00 pm. Join us as reenactors re-create life in a 1758 French & Indian War camp on Rogers Island at Fort Edward. Enjoy the smells as meals are prepared over open camp fires and listen to stories of 18^th century camp life. Hear the musket fire as work parties are attacked beyond the fort and watch as the British and Provincial soldiers, along with their Native American allies, hurry to their defense.

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Open Year Round!

September-May: Wednesday – Saturday 10am – 4pm

June – August: Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm and Sunday 1pm-4pm

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11 Rogers Island Drive (off Rte. 197) – PO Box 208, Fort Edward, NY 12828

Phone: 518-747-3693 rogersisland@gmail.com