Lake Champlain Maritime Museum

06/05/2026

The museum has been open for almost two weeks, and we have really enjoyed seeing all the old and new faces so far this season!

Between boat launches, new exhibit openings, artist talks, mural presentations, author talks, and book signings, these past few days have been filled to the brim with all the best kinds of stuff.

What events are you looking forward to participating in this season? Let us know!

06/04/2026

We can't wait for Abenaki Heritage Weekend to return to the Museum on June 13-14 (just a little over a week away!). Visit https://abenakiart.org/abenaki-heritage-weekend/ for full details of the weekend.

Abenaki Heritage Weekend is only 2 weeks away. June 13-14 at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. Rain or Shine. FREE admission. All are welcome!

06/02/2026

We were honored to speak with Jim Carrier, reporter with Seven Days, about access to Lake Champlain for this piece.

Access to the lake is a challenge and has been one of the driving forces behind the museum’s mission for years. It’s why we eliminated our admission fees, and it’s why we changed our summer camps and youth programs to a pay-what-you-can model. All people of the Champlain Valley should be able to access the lake and learn from our shared history, ecology, and archaeology.

Read Jim’s article to learn more about other efforts to boost access to Lake Champlain:

Unless you have a boat, money or lakefront property, Lake Champlain’s hundreds of miles of shoreline are tough to access. Efforts are under way to improve that.

06/01/2026

Wondering what is happening here at the Museum this June? Swipe to see what all is on the calendar!

Learn more and register for any of the events above at https://www.lcmm.org/calendar/!

Hope to see you soon 😁

05/28/2026

Ever wanted to try your hand at Fly Fishing? If your answer is yes, you are in luck because we are hosting TWO fly fishing events 🎣

On June 6 at 1 PM, join us for "Ladies Day on the New Haven River: Introduction to Fly Fishing," a free afternoon at Sycamore Park full of fishing fun with other women. Learn the art of the cast, knots, flies, and of course, lots of water ecology and ethics.

On June 10 at 1 PM, visit the museum for “Introduction to Fly Fishing,” a beginner fly fishing course open to all with Vermont Fish and Wildlife’s Let’s Go Fishing program.

Both of these events are free to attend, but advanced registration is strongly encouraged to ensure there is enough equipment available. Visit https://www.lcmm.org/calendar/ to learn more and register!

05/27/2026

LET'S PARTY! Join Lake Champlain Maritime Museum community for our fifth annual Summer Party ☀️

Join us on the evening of July 17 and explore the Museum after hours, enjoy delicious food and drink and connect with fellow community members. Try your hand at a game or craft and celebrate being part of the quilt of our region’s past, present, and future, as the nation commemorates its 250th anniversary.

To learn more and reserve your ticket, visit lcmm.org/summer-party!

05/27/2026

Did you know there are hundreds of historic shipwrecks under the waters of Lake Champlain? Join one of our Shipwreck Tours, to explore them without ever getting wet!

Starting in July, each Thursday we set off for a scenic boat tour to explore the sites of famous local shipwrecks. Guided by Museum experts you can watch underwater footage, learn about Lake Champlain’s unique geology and history, hear the dramatic tales of these wrecks, and get a peek at the nature and animals that call the lake home.

Shipwreck Tours run every Thursday from July–September. Tickets are $25 for youth (under 18) and $45 for adults. Explore available dates and book today at lcmm.org/shipwreck-tours ⚓️

05/25/2026

No screen time, no homework, no stress, no problem!

Our 2026 Summer Expeditions start in June, sign up today at lcmm.org/expeditions ☀️

05/23/2026

WE ARE OPEN!!!!

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum is officially open for our 2026 season! We will be open every day from May 23, 2026 to October 18, 2026 from 10 AM to 4 PM. As always, admission is free. There is lots to explore on our 3-acre campus, including over 10 exhibits and almost always some sort of free activity, interactive program, or signature event going on.

Visit lcmm.org/visit to start planning your visit! We can’t wait to see you this season!

05/21/2026

Tomorrow is the big day–Boat Launch Day 2026 🛶🎉

As we check off our “finishing touch” to-do list here at the boat shop, we can’t wait for all of you to join us tomorrow from 11–3 to celebrate the launch of our newest boat built.

All parents, teachers, staff, friends, and members of the public are invited to join us at the Museum. Students will present their finished boat, share a little bit about their experience building, and then we’ll parade them down to the harbor where they will launch the boat for the very first time in the lake.

This event is free to join, no registration required, and light refreshments will be provided. We can’t wait to see you there!