Chimney Point

1:00 to 4:00 PM, Chimney Point

The site offers a small demonstration on making apple cider, using the heritage apples from the Chimney Point apple trees.

10:30 AM – 4 PM

Participate in or watch this annual atlatl championship testing skills in accuracy and distance. The sport of using the atlatl to throw darts is based on the ancient hunting technique. Newcomers to experts welcome. Flint-knapping demonstrations and lessons throughout the day. Depending on the pandemic situation, be prepared to practice social distancing and wearing facial masks if needed. Pre-registration mandatory. *COMPETITORS: $10 * VISITORS: $5 ADULT, FREE UNDER 15.

Call (802) 759-2412 to register. Vermont Archaeology Month event. 

12 PM – 5 PM

Atlatl experts Bob and Cheryll Berg of Thunderbird Atlatl teach traditional and modern techniques of atlatl and dart construction, flint knapping, hafting stone points, and cordage making. Enjoy atlatl lore and coaching on the use of your new atlatl. Pre-registration required. Call 802-759-2412. $70 fee includes instruction and materials. Vermont Archaeology Month event.

1 PM – 3 PM

Learn the history of what surrounds you as you walk across the Lake Champlain Bridge. Chimney Point site administrator Elsa Gilbertson and Crown Point, NY, site manager Sam Huntington lead this guided round trip walk. Meet at Chimney Point. Rain or shine, dress for the weather. Bring a picnic to enjoy before. Fee includes admission to both museums to visit before or after the walk. Light refreshments afterwards. Vermont Archaeology Month event. 

Members of the Twist o’Wool Guild and Strands will be in residence on the Chimney Point porch from 1:00 – 4:00 pm to demonstrate a variety of fiber skills, including spinning and many weaving techniques, and other crafts and arts important historically and relevant today. Bring your project or ask questions.

Carve your own wooden spoon with expert guidance from Barry Keegan. Enjoy a relaxing time on Lake Champlain as you learn and create. Workshop runs from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Material provided, and carving equipment made available for the day.

Fee: $60. Pre-registration and payment are required, call (802) 759-2412.

Vermont Archaeology Month event. 

Participate in or watch this annual atlatl championship testing skills in accuracy and distance. The sport of using the atlatl to throw darts is based on the ancient hunting technique. Newcomers to experts welcome. Flint-knapping demonstrations and lessons throughout the day. Event runs from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Vermont Archaeology Month event.

Competitors: $10   Adult visitors: $5   Children under 15: free

Pre-registration required. Call (802) 759-2412 to register.

Atlatl experts Bob and Cheryll Berg of Thunderbird Atlatl teach traditional and modern techniques of atlatl and dart construction, flint knapping, hafting stone points, and cordage making. Enjoy atlatl lore and coaching on the use of your new atlatl. Workshop runs from 12:00 to 5:00 PM.

Workshop fee: $70 (includes materials).    Pre-registration required. Call 802-759-2412.

Vermont Archaeology Month event.

Members of the Vermont Antique Gas and Steam Engine Association will be on the grounds from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM to showcase a variety of historic engines and demonstrate how they worked and what they were used for. Stop by and ask your questions.

Green Mountain Timekeepers Society members are in residence on the Chimney Point porch from 12:00 to 4:00 PM to keep time and talk with you about the history of your clocks and watches and how they can be repaired. Bring your old clocks and watches or photographs and learn more about your timepieces. Clock repair demonstrations throughout the afternoon.