July 2019
Concert – A Second of July Celebration of the American-French Alliance
Celebrate the Second of July, the day the Continental Congress voted for American independence, with music of the founding era. David and Ginger Hildebrand of the Colonial Music Institute perform eighteenth-century songs—including ballads, marches and French-inspired songs—in costume with period instruments. The concert will last approximately one hour. About the Performers David and Ginger Hildebrand specialize in researching, recording and performing early American music. Since 1980 they have presented concerts and educational programs throughout the country for museums, public schools and universities.…
Find out more »Revolutionary War Camp: Revolutionary Friendship, Session 2 Ages 11-12
This summer's Revolutionary War Camp, a five-day camp for boys and girls, focuses on the theme Revolutionary Friendship, about the alliance forged between France and the United States during the Revolutionary War and how the French commitment to the achievement of American independence has bound the two nations together for more than two centuries. During the week, campers will focus on how this Revolutionary friendship helped define Our Independence, Our Republic, Our National Identity and Our Highest Ideals. Campers will dress in custom-made period costumes they get…
Find out more »Lunch Bite – The 1786 Published Edition of the Marquis de Chastellux’s Account of His Travels
Join Executive Director Jack Warren for a discussion of a treasure from our library — the 1786 published edition of the marquis de Chastellux’s account of his travels in America, which offers remarkable insights into how European intellectuals imagined the natural world at the end of the eighteenth century and how they related those ideas to the American Revolution. Chastellux was a major general in the French army and the liaison between George Washington and General Rochambeau. The presentation…
Find out more »Vintage Evening – A French Encampment in Washington, D.C.
Join us for an evening to mark the anniversary of the encampment of French troops in our neighborhood in 1782 on their march north after the Siege of Yorktown—the only time a foreign army has ever camped within the boundaries of the present District of Columbia. Enjoy a tasting of French wines, French-inspired foods, and activities inspired by this historic event, which happened here! Reservations required. Participants must be 21 years of age or older to attend. $25 general admission;…
Find out more »Author’s Talk—The Disaffected: Britain’s Occupation of Philadelphia During the American Revolution
Historian Aaron Sullivan discusses and signs copies of his book that chronicles the experiences of Quakers, pacifists and others who were pursued, pressured and at times persecuted during the British occupation of Philadelphia, not because they chose the wrong side of the Revolution, but because they tried not to choose a side at all. The talk will last approximately 45 minutes, followed by a book signing and refreshments. Copies of the book will be available to purchase at the event.…
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