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 Arlington, MA
"The Nation's Guest" NHS Lecture in Norfolk, VAThe Arlington Historical Society Museum will be open, and there may be guided tours of the adjacent Jason Russell House. There will be a small exhibition of the museum’s Lafayette-related... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Lexington, MA
Lexington Battle Green 1625 Massachusetts Ave, LexingtonAs the Semiquincentennial (250th Anniversary) of the Battle of Lexington approaches, the Lexington Historical Society is leading a community-wide effort to reenact Lafayette’s 1824 visit to Lexington, on its actual... Read more »
200th Anniversary Townwide Celebration of Lafayette’s 1824 Farewell Tour in Concord
The Historic Wright Tavern 2 Lexington Road, LexingtonThe Wright Tavern and Racial Justice Group at First Parish in Concord, 20 Lexington Road, in the Sanctuary will be hosting this celebration in person, as well as live-streamed and... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Bolton, MA
The Wilder Mansion 101 Wilder Road, BoltonLAFAYETTE ARRIVES IN BOLTON! On September 2, 1824, Lafayette spent the night at the mansion of his friend SVS Wilder. The current owners of this mansion have granted permission to... Read more »