Exhibition
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 N. Broad Street, PhiladelphiaSee the original terra cotta bust of Lafayette by William Rush, modeled in 1824 during the Tour. Rush was responsible for the sculptures on the William Strickland-designed grand triumphal arch... Read more »
Exhibition: Witness to Revolution: The Unlikely Travels of Washington’s Tent
Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, PhiladelphiaThis important presentation highlights Lafayette’s Revolutionary War contributions, and his association with Washington and the Continental Army’s leadership – specialized tours are available. Open to all, admission charge. Museum of... Read more »
Exhibition: American Hero and Revolutionary Man: The Life of the Marquis de Lafayette
Gallery 220 120 N. Washington Street, Havre de GraceThis presentation highlights Lafayette’s Revolutionary War contributions and his association with Washington and the Continental Army’s leadership. The affection of Americans for the Marquis is examined through collectibles, memorabilia associated... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Chelsea, MA
Arlington National Cemetery Arlington National Cemetery, ArlingtonThere will be a full event on the City Hall Lawn, 500 Broadway, Chelsea, MA. There will be a band, a Minute Man parade, kids will participate, a Horse and... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Marblehead, MA
Lee Mansion Gardens 161 Washington Street, MarbleheadTo celebrate the 200th anniversary of Lafayette’s tour of the U.S. and his visit to Marblehead and the Jeremiah Lee Mansion, Marblehead Museum will host a gathering in the Lee... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Salem, MA
Chestnut Street Park 9 Chestnut Street, SalemRed, White, and Blue Picnic To commemorate Salem’s stop on the Marquis de Lafayette’s farewell tour of the U.S. 200 years ago, please join us for a Red, White, and... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Beverly, MA
Cabot House 117 Cabot Street, BeverlyAFL and Historic Beverly are partnering for this event, which will take place at the Cabot House/Bank building where Lafayette received his welcome in 1824. The event will highlight Robert... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Ipswich, MA
Ipswich Museum 54 South Main Street, IpswichThe people of Ipswich will gather at the Ipswich Museum to celebrate and reenact the Marquis de Lafayette’s visit to our town on August 31, 1824. In 1823, General Lafayette... Read more »
Lafayette Ball and Levee 2024 in Salem, MA
Hamilton Hall 9 Chestnut Street, SalemFifty years after the American Revolution, the United States invited the Marquis de Lafayette to return and admire the success of their Great Experiment. On August 31, 1824, his tour... Read more »