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.
June 2019
Lecture – Why George Washington’s Leadership is Still Important
Join the American Revolution Institute for a special lecture and reception in Charleston, South Carolina. On the eve of Carolina Day, Dr. David L. Preston, Westvaco Professor of National Security Studies at the Citadel, discusses George Washington’s enduring relevance to South Carolina and the nation. The evening will begin with a reception at 5:45 p.m., followed by the lecture at 6:30 p.m. The lecture will last approximately one hour with time afterwards for questions. Thank you to our partners for this event:…
Find out more »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;…
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