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 »
Vive Lafayette – A Special Showing of Historic Hill House Museum
*Docents share new research uncovering unknown connections between the Hill family’s ancestors, General Lafayette’s 1824 visit, and post-commemorative events. *Authenticated ‘Old Paris’ porcelain tea and coffee set with General Lafayette... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Alexandria, VA
Lafayette House 301 St Asaph St., AlexandriaLafayette visited Alexandria, Virginia on October 16th, 1824. We will be celebrating this event exactly 200 years later AND we will be visiting the exact house that Lafayette stayed in. Here is the order... Read more »