Fort Stanwix National Monument • New York

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Children dance, jump, and skip on the parade ground of reconstructed Fort Stanwix.

Small boxes in rows contain small artifacts, including broken pipes and glass bottles.

A woman digs in a carefully excavated hole.

Soldiers stand in a neat row holding their muskets.

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For centuries, the Oneida Carrying Place, a six-mile portage connecting the Mohawk River and Wood Creek, served as a vital link for those traveling by water from the ocean to the Great Lakes. When Europeans arrived, nations fought for control of the carry, the homelands of the Six Nations Confederacy, and the rich resources of North America. In this struggle, Fort Stanwix would play a vital role.

From ranger tours, to walking trails, to exploring history, there's plenty to do at Fort Stanwix!
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The park is gearing up for the National Park Service Centennial. Find out what's going on and what's already been done!
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Learn more about the objects in the park's museum collection.
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What evidence of the past has been found at Fort Stanwix? Stop through to find out!
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Discover the vital role that Fort Stanwix/Schuyler, the fort that "never surrendered" played in the American Revolution.
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Come and visit the site with a thousand stories flying under the flag!
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A view of the fort from above. A wooden star-shaped building sits in the middle of a grass field.

Plan Your Visit

What's going on around the park and when is the best time to visit? Check out these pages to begin your adventure!

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The History of Fort Stanwix

Discover the vital role that Fort Stanwix/Schuyler, the fort that "never surrendered," played in the American Revolution.

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Become a Junior Ranger!

Have some fun the 18th Century way! Play with wooden toys, volunteer as a Scout Ranger, and become a Fort Stanwix Junior Ranger today!

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Plan a Free Field Trip

Use the park as a classroom and plan a Fort Stanwix field trip! All programs meet NYS and Common Core standards and are free of charge.

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The American Revolutionary Episodic

A blog for those wanting to learn more about the 18th C, interesting incidents of the American Revolution, and those who lived through both.

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Get ready for your 18th Century adventure by learning about the exploration options for you and your group; from time travel to picnicking!

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Fun for all ages and free of charge, there's lots to do at Fort Stanwix! Check out the calendar of events by clicking here.

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Virtual Park Tours

Open the virtual door and explore the inside of the fort at your own pace with this interactive virtual tour!

Last updated: July 2, 2026

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

112 East Park St.
Rome, NY 13440

Phone:

315-338-7730

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