Fort Stanwix National Monument

Fort Stanwix National Monument preserves the location, resources, and stories of the military, political, and cultural events that occurred at the site of Fort Stanwix. It offers visitors opportunities for understanding and appreciation of this historic location, which played a vital role in the American Revolution and in treaty negotiations between Native American nations and the United States. The monument features a reconstruction of the original fort, living history exhibits, and educational programs that depict 18th-century life and military strategy. It commemorates the fort's successful defense during a crucial siege in 1777, which helped thwart British strategy and secure foreign alliances for the United States. The site also highlights the significance of treaties negotiated there, which shaped relations between the U.S. and Native American nations.