Featuring American art, history, and culture exhibits (18th Century - Present). Specializing in 18th-century homes.
Activities: Tours
Open from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Closed on Monday)
$$ (Moderately Priced); Children Free
The Old Fort House Museum was constructed by Patrick Smyth in 1772 with timbers taken from the ruins of Fort Edward, a French and Indian War fortification. Smythe was arrested at the house in 1777 by General Benedict Arnold for being a loyalist to the British Crown. During the Revolutionary War, the house was used by both British and American troops as headquarters. American General Stark erected a stockade fence around the house and for a time the building was called Fort Stark. It was also used by British General Burgoyne for a short time.