“The Birth Certificate of America” talk to take place at Mount Independence

ORWELL — On Sunday, July 5, learn about “The Birth Certificate of America” at the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell. Explore the Declaration of Independence, the founding document of the United States, with site interpreter Stephen Whalen, Ph.D. The talk begins at 2 p.m. and is included in regular site admission. How well do you know your Declaration of Independence? Whalen examines the historical context of the times 250 years ago. What were the origins and purpose of the Declaration? Why is … (read more)

It’s time for the annual guided walk to look for spring wildflowers at the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell on Sunday, April 28, from noon to 2 p.m. Amy Olmsted, a nursery professional for over 25 years, leads this informative walk. Olmste … (read more)

Mount Independence State Historic Site will be the site of an “Early Bird Nature Walk” on Saturday, May 28, from 8-11 a.m. Bird expert Sue Wetmore of Brandon, will introduce participants to the birds of spring and spring migration.

ORWELL — Fans of ferns will have the opportunity to learn more about them when forest ecologist Lynn Levine leads a talk and walk on Saturday, Sept. 14, at Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell. Levine will show participants how to identify fer … (read more)

ORWELL — On Saturday, July 27, two characters from the Revolutionary War return to the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell for a time-traveling interview.  This is the annual “Inquiry into the Revolutionary Mind” program, which year featuring … (read more)