Old Fort Johnson National Historic Landmark

Old Fort Johnson National Historic Landmark Open Season 2026: June 3-Oct 17. Guided tours of the house available Wed-Sat 10:00-3:00 & Sun 1-4 or by appointment

Old Fort Johnson is the original 1749 limestone house built by William Johnson, who later became Baronet of New York, British Superintendent of Indian Affairs and military commander at the Battles of Lake George and Fort Niagara. The house was fortified & garrisoned during the French & Indian Wars when many Native American councils were held on site. After Sir William built Johnson Hall in 1763, h

is son John Johnson lived in the house from 1763-1774. During the American Revolution, the house and all the Johnson possessions were confiscated and sold as Loyalist property. Sir John Johnson led many British raids through the Mohawk Valley during that war. He and many of his faithful tenants later became the first families of Canada. Old Fort Johnson was given to the Montgomery County Historical Society in 1906 and this nonprofit membership organization has preserved it as a public museum since then. The Society collections encompass the social, cultural, military and industrial past of the Mohawk Valley.

"Let Them Ride Home the Stones": The Lives and Labor of the Enslaved - Wednesday August 19 @ 6:30 pm Between 1749 an...
08/13/2026

"Let Them Ride Home the Stones": The Lives and Labor of the Enslaved - Wednesday August 19 @ 6:30 pm
Between 1749 and 1776, Old Fort Johnson and Johnson Hall were home to several dozen enslaved men, women, and children. Ian Mumpton, Interpretive Programs Assistant at Johnson Hall State Historic Site, presents ongoing research that sheds new light on this enslaved community and the realities of their daily lives.
Our August "Evening at the Fort" begins at 6:30 pm and is followed by light refreshments. No admission fee, but donations towards the restoration of the 1749 home of Sir William Johnson are always acceptable.

08/11/2026
Sir William entertained many guests during his time here at Old Fort Johnson. It is always special when we can continue...
08/11/2026

Sir William entertained many guests during his time here at Old Fort Johnson. It is always special when we can continue to host guests here- especially to enjoy afternoon tea in the garden! Today was a perfect, relaxing, summer afternoon with friends. Thanks to all who joined us.
Saturday, September 12 is our next garden tea from 1-3 pm.

Have you always wanted to make your own basket? We have a few openings left for our workshop on Wednesday Aug 5 (10:00-...
08/01/2026

Have you always wanted to make your own basket? We have a few openings left for our workshop on Wednesday Aug 5 (10:00-1:00). Colleen Mosenthin will show you how to make one of these 4 types of basket. All materials included for $65 fee. Call the Fort at 518-843-0300 if you are interested.

Here's a few more photos from last night's concert with the incredible Eddie Barbash, Duncan Wickel & the KASA Quartet f...
07/24/2026

Here's a few more photos from last night's concert with the incredible Eddie Barbash, Duncan Wickel & the KASA Quartet from Caroga Lake Music Festival OnTour. We couldn't have asked for better weather or a nicer audience. The donations we received are going to the final phase of our exterior restoration, and the evening would not have been possible without a grant from Saratoga Arts with NYSCA Community Art Regrant funds. Thank you all for your support!

Tonight’s concert with the Caroga Lake Arts Festival.
07/24/2026

Tonight’s concert with the Caroga Lake Arts Festival.

07/16/2026
Tea time at the Old Fort today!
07/14/2026

Tea time at the Old Fort today!

On July 3, 1906 the Montgomery County Historical Society first opened the doors of Old Fort Johnson to the public as a m...
07/03/2026

On July 3, 1906 the Montgomery County Historical Society first opened the doors of Old Fort Johnson to the public as a museum. 120 years later we are still welcoming visitors. Happy Anniversary!

Address

2 Mergner Road
Fort Johnson, NY
12070

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

(518) 843-0300

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