A VICTORY FOR GENERAL BRADDOCK!
Braddock’s Battlefield History Center is Temporarily Closed, Scheduled to Reopen May 2019!
On December 28, 2018, Fort Ligonier was honored to accept stewardship of the Braddock’s Battlefield History Center. The museum, founded and opened by Mr. Robert T. Messner in 2012, is located on the site of the first clash of the Battle of the Monongahela.
The histories of Fort Ligonier and the Battle of the Monongahela are deeply connected. Both represent campaigns by the British Army to take the French stronghold at Fort Duquesne. And while General Edward Braddock failed in 1755, General John Forbes was successful in 1758. George Washington and John St. Clair were two of the many people associated with both campaigns.
Fort Ligonier staff is currently developing educational programs and preparing the center to reopen in May. Look for fun new educational opportunities for area students, enhancements to the center, expanded hours of operation and parking lot improvements. Please check back for updates and we look forward to seeing you in May!
Braddock’s Battlefield History Center is Temporarily Closed, Scheduled to Reopen May 2019!
On December 28, 2018, Fort Ligonier was honored to accept stewardship of the Braddock’s Battlefield History Center. The museum, founded and opened by Mr. Robert T. Messner in 2012, is located on the site of the first clash of the Battle of the Monongahela.
The histories of Fort Ligonier and the Battle of the Monongahela are deeply connected. Both represent campaigns by the British Army to take the French stronghold at Fort Duquesne. And while General Edward Braddock failed in 1755, General John Forbes was successful in 1758. George Washington and John St. Clair were two of the many people associated with both campaigns.
Fort Ligonier staff is currently developing educational programs and preparing the center to reopen in May. Look for fun new educational opportunities for area students, enhancements to the center, expanded hours of operation and parking lot improvements. Please check back for updates and we look forward to seeing you in May!
