In September of 1824, citizens of Easton, Pennsylvania traveled to Philadelphia to see the last living Continental General: Lafayette.

They were so moved by Lafayette’s presence that they returned to Easton and formed a college in his honor: Lafayette College in 1826

The American Friends of Lafayette started their organization at Lafayette College 106 years later in May of 1932.

To honor these events and the important relationship between Lafayette College and the AFL, we will be holding a VERY SPECIAL day at the college on Monday, September 30th. You can park for free, and everything is within walking distance…

11:00am at the Simon Room in the Skillman Library

 710 Sullivan Rd, Easton, PA 18042

A very special exhibit about the History of the American Friends of  Lafayette will be available for viewing.  Many AFL artifacts will be on  hand and Lafayette’s sword will be on display (and for a few lucky  folks to hold).

12:30pm at Phenning Alumni Center, Oechsle Hall,

Hamilton St, Easton, PA 18042

We will have a catered French buffet lunch in the lovely Wilson Room …

 Classic French Bistro Salad
 Sliced Baguettes with Butter
 Pommes Anna
 Ratatouille
 Chicken Chasseur
 Pear Tarte Tatin with Whipped Cream
 Ice Water, Citron Presse (French Lemonade), Coffee and Tea

2:00pm at the Williams Center for the Arts

 317 Hamilton St, Easton, PA 18042

 It is here that we will see the extensive exhibition on the  Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Grand Tour.  This will be a “no holds  barred” exhibit highlighting Lafayette College’s second-to-none collection of Lafayette-related artifacts and documents.  

Tickets for this day are $30 (includes lunch)