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Fort Ligonier
4.5
263 reviews
#1 of 14 things to do in Ligonier
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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The Kitchen On Main
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The Wicked Googly
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Myriam's Table
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KingFisher Coffee House
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Pamomanddad
Johnstown, PA830 contributions
Fort Ligonier
May 2022
They were having a re-enactment from the Seven Years War so we decided to stop in and check it out. We paid the Military Discount Rate of $8 per person. They have several different rates to choose from - military, senior, child, etc. We walked around the fort and museum waiting for the raid to begin, even though we have been here several times before.
Written May 31, 2022
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Dandlit
Ottawa, IL174 contributions
Nice walking tour
Jun 2021 • Couples
Very nice
Self paced Walking tour. There is an entry fee ($15, $8 for veterans)
The staff was very passionate and knowledgeable.
Very interesting fun fact was that Washington served the British Army at the fort
Nice stop,
Written June 30, 2021
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jc43793
Woodsfield, OH2 contributions
An Informative Visit at Fort Ligonier
Aug 2021
What a gem! The museum is first rate, with relevant artifacts and easy to understand explanations. It's absolutely comprehensive: you'll learn about the divergent cultures that took part in the Seven Years War -- perhaps the first global war in modern times. Our French and Indian War was just one front of this massive conflict. There is a whole section on the archeological digs they've done around the area and the parlor of Arthur St. Clair's home is inside the main building. They have a beautiful portrait gallery of the movers and shakers of this era. You'll learn about the fort's role as an important post along Forbes road (current route 30). The fort itself is fun to explore. It isn't hard to imagine what it looked like in 1758. The docents are highly knowledgeable. Last but not least, the museum has dedicated a room to George Washington, since he was stationed here before he became a big deal. Loved every minute of it.
Written August 11, 2021
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JBH
364 contributions
Constantly updating as historical evidence surfaces
May 2021
you start by a brief lesson by the modeled fort. Then you are free to visit the inside museum or outside museum. The inside has artifacts and replicas of histrynekevant to the fort A reconstuction of the fort is built on the remains of the fort. Costumed interpretors are available for questions. Tickets are a bit pricey. Special events might make it worth the cost.
Written July 28, 2021
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Brian
Ohio145 contributions
Outstanding location and history sote
Jul 2020 • Family
I was here as a child and brought my grandson, a giant American history enthusiast, to see the fort and museum. It was very hot outside so touring the museum first was planned. Excellent artifacts, explanations and graphics made it as interesting for a seven year old as for me. The recreation of the old fort remains stunning. The grounds are well maintained. The buildings are in good shape and had interesting period items inside. Returning to a standard museum gift shop with A/C was welcomed and the selection had toys, food, books and clothing. Wonderfully educational and friendly atmosphere.
Written July 10, 2020
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Clawson Douglas
6 contributions
History hunting
Aug 2020 • Couples
Really well done museum. The history which covers the seven year war is panoramic as it also displays what is happening in Europe and even India. However, it is really well displayed and the Fort is great
Written August 21, 2020
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Tamba5
New England238 contributions
Definitely Recommend
Aug 2021
Great artifacts! Well interpreted museum. The staff was very helpful with how to use our time wisely. They even suggested where to eat. Gift shop was just ok. The bathrooms are very clean and roomy.

The museum was handicap accessible. On every entrance there were signs requiring masks but unfortunately staff didn't enforce,
Written August 19, 2021
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teresa3000
Pennsylvania2,729 contributions
Worth the visit
Jun 2020
The place is very close to the main road. We easily find it. Plenty of parking. There are picnic tables by the parking lot and in the fort unfortunately none had shade.

The visitor center has a very nice exhibit with lots of information. Clean bathrooms in the visitor center. The bathrooms in the fort were closed. Hand sanitizer available.

Entrance fee as of June 2020 $12. Fort Ligonier is well taken care of.
Written June 27, 2020
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Dewayne P
Elizabethtown, KY1,818 contributions
What an amazing fort!
Oct 2020
I truly enjoyed the visit. It was a French and Indian War British fort, which houses a vast array of artifacts from the war and area. I could have spent a few hours just in the museum part. The fort itself is quite massive and displays a variety of weaponry and building techniques of the period. The staff was pleasant, the prices were reasonable, the gift shop has a lot of neat items, and there is free parking.
Written October 5, 2020
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travelonemco
Orlando, FL14 contributions
Fort Ligonier Days
Oct 2013 • Family
Beware - looks like fun, but the towns residents are horrid to deal with. They only want your money - flew in from Florida just to go to the annual festival. Crowd was ridiculous and again I will mention how rude the locals are. Won't go back. The fort is worth visiting - just not during Ligonier days.
Written October 16, 2013
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