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 »
Reenactment: Lafayette meets Revolutionary War Veterans in Tolland, Wine Tasting, and Tea
Old Tolland County Court House 53 Tolland Grn, TollandTolland, CT: On September 4, 1824, Lafayette stopped at Elijah Smith’s Tavern in Tolland where the General met with Revolutionary War veterans. The Tolland Historical Society is celebrating the 200th... Read more »
Vernon Historical Society
The Vernon Historical Society 734 Hartford Turnpike, HamdenVernon, CT was visited early in the morning of September 4, 1824, by Lafayette. The Vernon Historical Society will commemorate the event with a lecture by Professor Vincent Pitts on... Read more »