About Us
In 1814, the largest invasion in U.S. history took place at the village of Plattsburgh and Cumberland Bay on Lake Champlain.
Britain's army of eleven thousand crossed the border from Montreal into New York and the British Navy's fleet moved south on Lake Champlain, both headed for Plattsburgh. The battles at Plattsburgh ended the War of 1812. Our mission is to share the details of these engagements, the War of 1812 in general, and Plattsburgh's importance in the three-year conflict.
Our Story
The War of 1812 Museum is owned and operated by the Battle of Plattsburgh Association (est. 1999) and is dedicated to examining the War of 1812, and more specifically, the Battles at Plattsburgh on September 11, 1814. Our goals are to further research into the conflict in an unbiased, primary document-based manner, and to provide a professional museum educational experience for our visitors.
We have never charged a general admission fee; we rely upon the generosity of our patrons. We receive no local, state, or federal operating funds and are staffed entirely by volunteers. Visit and learn; join us and serve. You may donate by credit card through PayPal with the button at the bottom of this page.
The War of 1812 Museum
Our museum houses a small theater, an interpretive center, exhibit space, an art gallery, and a well-stocked museum shop.
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Battle of Plattsburgh Commemorative Weekend
The yearly Commemorative Weekend is a community event hosted by a separate non-profit organization in cooperation with the City of Plattsburgh. Information regarding the dates, schedules, and events is available at: https://1814inc.com/
Help Our Cause
Your support and contributions enable us to meet our educational mission. We have never charged a general admission fee; we rely upon the generosity of our patrons. We receive no local, state, or federal operating funds and are staffed entirely by volunteers. Make your tax-deductible donation today - and thanks!
