Commemorative Events: May 18, 2025, @ 2:00 pm– 6:00 pm at Georgetown and Scott County Museum, 229 E. Main Street. Free and open to the public
The Georgetown and Scott County Museum, in partnership with:
-The American Friends of Lafayette
-Georgetown/Scott County Tourism Commission
-Big Spring Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution
-Scott County Public Library
-The Scott County Historical Society
-Georgetown-Scott County Parks and Recreation
-Kiwanis of Scott County
invites you to join us in commemorating the 200th Anniversary of General Lafayette’s visit to Georgetown, Kentucky!

The Traveling Exhibit: The Life and Legacy of The Marquis de Lafayette will be on display May 14 – May 24, 2025. This special exhibit, presented by The American Friends of Lafayette, explores the legacy of the Revolutionary War hero and his enduring impact.

Sunday, May 18, 2025 – We welcome Lafayette himself as he returns in style!
● Georgetown and Scott County Museum
2:00 PM – Opening Program
● Experience Lafayette’s grand return, portrayed by a renowned reenactor.
● Local dignitaries will welcome him with a proclamation in his honor on the museum steps.

● A special presentation by Chuck Schwam, Executive Director & Bicentennial Committee Chair of The American Friends of Lafayette, will highlight Lafayette’s earlier visit to Georgetown.
● Lafayette himself will then address the audience.

3:30 PM – Outdoor Festivities & Live Music
● Free popcorn for all guests
● Live music by Kendra Ward and Bob Bence inside the museum
● Children’s Activities
○ Readings of Revolutionary Friends with a book giveaway
○ Crafts, including Lafayette Rosettes and paper chains
○ Bookmobile and games for kids

The Traveling Exhibit will remain open until 6:00 PM on Sunday, May 18.

Join us for this exciting historical celebration and step back in time to welcome Lafayette once again!

Sponsored by the Georgetown/Scott County Tourism Commission and Big Spring Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution.

Questions? Contact the Lafayette 200 Georgetown Chair, Janie Wechman
at [email protected]