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 »
Exhibit: The Biggest Celebrity of His Time
Louisiana's Old State Capital; Exhibit from Jan 24 to March 15 Lafayette, the first foreign-born general to command forces in the American Revolution, was invited by President James Monroe to... Read more »
Temporary Exhibit: Welcome Lafayette, Friend of Liberty
Tennessee State Museum February 4 – June 15, 2025 During the American Revolution, the Marquis de Lafayette of France volunteered to fight in the Continental Army. His service became a symbol... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Charleston, SC
Overview: Lafayette, "Our Marquis" In March 1825, the Marquis de Lafayette visited Charleston as part of his highly celebrated tour across the United States. Invited by President Monroe, he will... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Charleston, SC
Charleston Tourism 80 Broad Street, CharlestonThursday, March 13, 2025 1 pm - S.A.R. Grave Marking Unveiling for John & Henry Laurens Gravesite Mepkin Abbey, 1098 Mepkin Abbey Road, Moncks Corner Friday, March 14, 2025 10... Read more »
Commemorate Lafayette 200 – Huguenot Society of SC
French Protestant Church 136 Church Street, CharlestonThe Edict of Toleration and Lafayette: A story of allied French descendants in the fight for liberty and toleration. On Friday, March 14, 2025, at 11:30 am, the Huguenot Society... Read more »
Lafayette Walking Tour in Charleston
Charleston Tourism 80 Broad Street, CharlestonCharleston Walking Tour Come experience Lafayette’s historic visit to Charleston and discover how this remarkable man played a crucial role in the struggle for our freedom. Friday, March 14: 1... Read more »
South Carolina Historical Society 200th Anniversary Celebration
Historic Fireproof Building 100 Meeting Street, CharlestonJoin the South Carolina Historical Society on Friday, March 14th from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm at the Fireproof Building as we celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s return... Read more »