Ticonderoga Historical Society

“The Ticonderoga Hancock House was constructed in 1925, and opened to the public in 1926. The museum is a representation of the 1737 colonial mansion of American Patriot John Hancock, which stood in Boston. The Hancock House Museum was originally under the management of the New York State Historical Association. After that groups relocation to Cooperstown, New York, the building went through a series of tenants until 1975, when the Ticonderoga Historical Society (currently The Lower Adirondack Regional Center for History) assumed stewardship of the building and its collections.The Lower Adirondack Regional Center for History has made a conscious decision to offer a wide variety of programs, events and exhibits that embrace diversity and inclusion, and present varying opinions and viewpoints on significant historical issues.Historical treasures include: 19th century glass, Redford glass, mini Abernaki long house, colonial decorative arts, American folk art and numerous historical exhibits.Each year, LARCH offers thoughtful programs on a variety of subjects, from African-Americans in the Adirondacks to presentations on womens suffrage, Native Americans and early historical figures of the region. We offer entertainment as well as educational programs, featuring well-known regional artists, musicians and childrens theater. All LARCH programs are offered free of charge, unless otherwise noted as fundraisers. The Lower Adirondack Regional Center for History has grown to become a partner with other organizations, and in addition to programs presented at its Hancock House Museum site, travels throughout the region to present programs at other venues.”

“The Lower Adirondack Regional Center for History (LARCH) , formerly known as The Ticonderoga Historical Society (THS) organized in 1897, was formed with a particular reference to the historical, educational, scientific and social aspects of the Adirondacks and the Lakes Champlain and George region: To preserve genealogical records and other items of these regions, to keep and maintain an on-going historical record and other items of regional interest; and to promote and assist the education, study, research and knowledge of the general public and all recognized institutions of learning.Using all the properties, financial and facilities, The Lower Adirondack Regional Center for History Center is devoted to the purpose for which it was established. The Hancock House, a reproduction of the colonial mansion built in Boston -1737-1740 and occupied by John Hancock, houses a unique collection of Fine Arts, maps, prints, photography, militaria, manuscripts, artifacts, genealogical records and more than several thousand reference books of the region, state and American history. A recent property purchase that includes a local area of environmental significance, and a French & Indian War Era battlefield site has been preserved and will, when developed, provide a valuable resource to the community provide another venue for the Center to advance its purpose.With a focus on the historical, scientific and social aspects of the Adirondacks, and the Lake Champlain and Lake George, the Center showcases by exhibits and programs the contributions of our region to the history of New York and the United States while preserving and promoting our unique cultural history.”