Supporting scholarship and promoting popular understanding of the American Revolution is central to the work of the American Revolution Institute. The Institute welcomes distinguished scholars and authors to share their insights and discuss their latest research with the public at Anderson House through lectures, author's talks and panel discussions. The Institute also hosts a variety of other historical programs throughout the year, including our Lunch Bite object talks, battlefield tours, special Anderson House tour programs and other events. Many of the events we offer are free.
September 2018
Concert – American Jazz
Benjamin Gates, cellist, performs jazz songs by American composers. Mr. Gates’ interest in music began when he was four years old and started playing the acoustic cello. He continued to train in several different orchestral programs in elementary, middle and high school, as well as college. He is classically trained and plays most genres. Mr. Gates has played at venues such as the White House, the Kennedy Center and the National African American Museum of History and Culture. He was interviewed…
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Concert – Broadway Classics
Jacqueline Neimat, soprano, Jose Cueto, violinist, H. David Meyers, oboist, and Jose Ramost-Santana, pianist, perform songs from famous Broadway musicals. This is the second performance of the fall American Music Series. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Concert – A Salute to Our Veterans
Jennifer Heemstra, pianist, Carrie Pierce, cellist, and Jacqueline Nutting, violinist, perform patriotic favorites with works by Amy Beach, Florence Price, Irving Berlin and more. This is the third performance of the fall American Music Series. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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