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Temporary Exhibit: Welcome Lafayette, Friend of Liberty
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 of the alliance between France and the burgeoning United States. Lafayette became a trusted army officer and a valued friend of George Washington. In 1824... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Tour Visits Fort Mitchell, AL
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Tour Visits Fort Mitchell, AL
To register, click HERE Sunday, March 30, 2025, 2:00 PM ET Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime event as we welcome reenactors portraying the Marquis de Lafayette, Creek leader Chilly McIntosh, and Indian Agent John Crowell! Begin your journey at the Visitors Center, where you can watch a short film about Fort Mitchell and view the... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Fort Moore, GA
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Fort Moore, GA
To register, click HERE Sunday, March 30, 2025, 12:00 PM (no charge, but pre-registration is required to access Fort Moore) Location: On the grounds of Fort Moore, go to Jecelin Road and Bradshaw Road. Witness a pivotal moment in American history—a reenactment of the historic meeting between Chief Chilly McIntosh of the Creek Nation and... Read more »
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Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Montgomery, AL
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Montgomery, AL
Lafayette’s Welcome Back Reception 1825-2025, 200th Anniversary Celebration Wednesday, April 2nd, 5:00-7:00 Lucas Tavern, 310 North Hull Street, Old Alabama Town, Montgomery, AL Food, entertainment, speakers For tickets, www.landmarksfoundation.com/
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Ceremony in the Alabama State Capitol
Ceremony in the Alabama State Capitol
Ceremony in the Alabama State Capitol Thursday, April 3, 10:30 a.m.- 12 pm Location: Old House Chambers, Alabama State Capitol, 600 Dexter Ave., Montgomery, AL 36104 Admission: free Alabama State Capitol: Ceremony in the Old House chamber with dignitaries, state leadership in DAR & SAR, America 250 Alabama Commission leadership. Followed by a wreath laying... Read more »
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Lafayette Day at Old Alabama Town
Lafayette Day at Old Alabama Town
Lafayette Day at Old Alabama Town Friday, April 4th, 9:00-3:00 Tours, activities, historical re-enactors For reservations, [email protected]
Reception at Alabama Department of Archives & History
Reception at Alabama Department of Archives & History
Reception and Program at the Alabama Department of Archives & History Friday, April 4, 5:00- 7:00 pm Location: 624 Washington Ave., Montgomery, AL 36104 Admission: free Alabama Department of Archives and History: Reception at 5:00 followed by forum discussion with Julien Icher of The Lafayette Trial, Inc., John Beaver of the Muscogee Nation of Oklahoma,... Read more »
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Cahawba Welcomes Lafayette
Cahawba Welcomes Lafayette
Special Event at Old Cahawba Archeological Park Saturday, April 5, 2025, 10:00 am-2:00 pm Location: Old Cahawba Archeological Park, 9518 Cahaba Road, Orrville, Alabama 36767 Admission: free Alabama Historical Commission: Special Event taking place on the grounds of Old Cahawba consisting of living history activities with dignitaries and others.
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Temporary Exhibit: Welcome Lafayette, Friend of Liberty
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Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits New Orleans, LA
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits New Orleans, LA
Louisiana 2025 events on the bicentennial tour include: Wednesday, April 9 morning: New Orleans | Plaque Dedication sponsored by the Spirit of ’76 Chapter, NSDAR, and by-invitation-only luncheon - SOLD OUT April 9 evening: New Orleans | 1825 Gala at the Cabildo, where Lafayette lived when he visited in 1825 Thursday, April 10 day: New... Read more »
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Temporary Exhibit: Welcome Lafayette, Friend of Liberty
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits New Orleans, LA
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Temporary Exhibit: Welcome Lafayette, Friend of Liberty
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French Heritage Corridor 5th Annual Conference
French Heritage Corridor 5th Annual Conference
French Heritage Corridor; 5th Annual Conference “Inspiration and l’Amitié: Sustaining Life in the FHC” Wednesday, April 23 - Saturday, April 26, 2025 Washington University, St. Louis, MO We hope you will join us for the exciting activities comprising our fifth annual conference. You are welcome to participate in any and all elements that interest you... Read more »
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Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits St. Louis, MO
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits St. Louis, MO
St. Louis Welcomes Lafayette! Saturday, April 26, 2025, Riverboat Cruise 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Commemorating his arrival on the Riverboat Natchez, General Lafayette, along with Amanda Clark, Manager of Community Tours, and the See STL tour program with the Missouri History Museum, will lead an engaging, historical program during the one-hour cruise. Buy tickets here.... Read more »
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits St. Louis, MO
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits St. Louis, MO
St. Louis Welcomes Lafayette: Saturday, April 26, 2025, 11:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. Gateway Arch National Park, Grand Staircase St. Louis will welcome General Lafayette to the area where the Riverboat Natchez would have docked, and the citizens of St. Louis would have welcomed him in 1825. The St. Louis riverfront area is the perfect place... Read more »
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Temporary Exhibit: Welcome Lafayette, Friend of Liberty
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Kaskaskia Village, IL
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Kaskaskia Village, IL
Discover the rich history of Illinois as we honor the heroic Marquis de Lafayette! Join us on April 27, 1:30 p.m. at the Liberty Bell of the West & Immaculate Conception Church in Kaskaskia Village, Illinois, for a special celebration of the courageous patriot who played a vital role in securing America's Independence. Don't miss this opportunity to... Read more »
Concert: Music from the Life and Tour of Lafayette
Concert: Music from the Life and Tour of Lafayette
David and Ginger Hildebrand have chosen pieces from period sources to create a historical music program to commemorate the anniversary of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour. These pieces were works composed to mark important events, songs enjoyed by citizens, officers, and soldiers alike, dance tunes of the period, military ballads, and airs and instrumental works heard at... Read more »
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Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Tour Visits Lexington, KY
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Tour Visits Lexington, KY
Rotunda, Lexington Central Library, Joint Exhibit of the Library and Lexington History Museum depicting how Lexington would have appeared to LaFayette in 1825, supported by local memorabilia and traveling exhibit panels supplied by American Friends of LaFayette. Coordinator: Doug Tattershall/[email protected]
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Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Hermitage, TN
Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour Visits Hermitage, TN
Andrew Jackson's Hermitage is excited to be a stop on the American Friends of Lafayette's commemoration of The Farewell Tour in Tennessee! Join us on Saturday, May 3, 2025, for a day filled with historic activities, including an opening balcony talk, lectures throughout the day on Lafayette's significance, historic games, and more!