An Evening with Bob Crawford

Join us for an evening with Bob Crawford, in conversation with Dr. Kurt Graham of the Adams Presidential Center, as he discusses his new book, America’s Founding Son: John Quincy Adams, from President to Political Maverick.

An accessible and engaging read, Crawford reexamines the life and legacy of John Quincy Adams in, tracing his evolution from the son of two of America’s most influential founders to a fiercely independent statesman who reshaped the role of the former president.

Perfect for both casual readers and history buffs. Crawford brings Adams vividly to life, exploring his intellect, moral courage, and unwavering commitment to principle during his extraordinary post-presidential career in Congress. This event will include an author talk with Dr. Kurt Graham, President of the Adams Presidential Center, and a book signing. History lovers and readers of early American history won’t want to miss this thoughtful and timely look at one of the nation’s most complex and consequential figures.

Bob Crawford is the bassist for the Grammy-nominated band the Avett Brothers, and creator of the iHeart Curiosity podcast series, Founding Son: John Quincy’s America and The SiriusXM Volume Channel Docuseries Concerts of Change: The Soundtrack of Human Rights. He’s also co-host of the Road to Now history podcast. However, Bob does not just play a historian—in 2020 he earned a master’s degree in history from Arizona State University. More important than his passion for music and history is his dedication to raising awareness about pediatric cancer. Bob and his wife, Melanie, are co-managing partners for The Press On Fund, an organization that seeks to find less toxic treatments for childhood cancer. Bob is periodically a speaker on behalf of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, TN. It’s a personal cause, as Bob’s daughter Hallie is a three-time cancer survivor.

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