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 »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Williamsburg, VA
Visit the Special Collections Research Center in Swem Library until November 15 to see the honorary diploma that William & Mary awarded to the Marquis de Lafayette on October 20, 1824. The... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Norfolk, VA: City of Norfolk Welcome Ceremony
Norfolk City Hall 810 Union St, NorfolkThe current Mayor of Norfolk, the Honorable Kenneth Alexander, will present General Lafayette with a City Proclamation of Welcome at the Norfolk City Hall at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, October... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Norfolk, VA: Norfolk’s 1824 Lafayette Arrival Ceremony
Step back in time to October 22, 1824, and join the 1824 Mayor of Norfolk, the Honorable John Holt, to greet General Lafayette as he steps ashore in Norfolk. This... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Norfolk and Portsmouth, VA: Welcome
American Rover Sailing Cruises 333 Waterside Dr, NorfolkIn 1824, Portsmouth welcomed Lafayette with 42 bonfires. In 2024, we light up our shoreline once again, as Portsmouth welcomes the Nation's Guest! 5:00 - Lafayette arrives in Norfolk 5:30... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Norfolk, VA: Sunset Schooner Cruise
Waterside District 333 Waterside Drive, NorfolkAhoy there! Join us for a two-hour narrated cruise on the Elizabeth River. We will see the 42 Fountains of Light illuminated in honor of Lafayette – replicating the welcome... Read more »