Shirley-Eustis House: Illuminated Reception
Illuminated garden reception at Shirley Place, Friday, August 23, 8-10:00 pm. Enjoy beveragesand light hors d’oeuvres at Shirley Place on August 23 as we celebrate the 200th anniversaryof the Marquis de Lafayette’s Farewell Tour of the United States. Remarks and an appearancefrom Lafayette himself will be highlighted this evening. Guests can tour the home and... Read more »
Lafayette Bicentennial Celebration – Boston Common Events
Hosted by the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts. In 1824, Lafayette returned to Boston, sparking a grand celebration. A cavalcade, led by Lt. Col. Amory proceeded to the Euss mansion, where Mayor Josiah Quincy III greeted Lafayette, expressing gratitude for his role in American Independence. Lafayette responded, moved by the warm welcome. The... Read more »
