Interpreting the Evidence
Champlain Celebration 350th Anniversary Poster, c. 1959
Suggested Teaching Instructions
Document Description
Champlain Celebration 350th Anniversary Poster, c. 1959
Historical Context
Similar to the 1909 Hudson-Fulton Celebration, in 1959 the Lake Champlain Valley hosted a celebration of the 350th anniversary of Samuel de Champlain’s discovery of Lake Champlain and the opening of the region to settlement.
Historical Challenges
Where did Champlain explore, and what was his impact on America?
Interdisciplinary Connections
English Language Arts: Create a brochure of events that might occur at a Champlain 400th Anniversary Celebration.