Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Beaufort, SC
March 18, 2025
Tuesday, March 18, 2025 – Beaufort:
Lafayette arrives by boat to a thirteen-gun salute by the Beaufort Volunteer Artillery and mounted officers from the St. Luke’s Guard. Carriages carry Lafayette and his entourage through a Triumphal Arch for a welcome and address by the Mayor of Beaufort.
Various events related to Lafayette’s visit will be going on in Beaufort during the day.
There will be a stop at the Verdier House, called the Lafayette House, for the unveiling of a commemorative marker honoring the Marquis’ visit.
Ball and Dancing at the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.
Lafayette departs Beaufort for Savannah after the festivities.