Calligraphy that inspired a nation: Learn to write like America’s founders

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Sat Jul 11 2026 at 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm

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224 Danbury Rd, Wilton, CT, United States, Connecticut 06897 | Wilton, CT

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Saturday, July 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Who was the calligrapher that wrote the Declaration of Independence? How did they write during the American Revolution? What tools did they use? What lettering style? Can I write like they did? We will explore these questions and more in this hands-on 90-minute program with calligrapher, Debby Reelitz. Participants will get the opportunity to write in script, use a dip nib and ink and scribe a line from the Declaration of Independence.

ABOUT DEBBY: For almost 30 years, Debby Reelitz has been a professional calligrapher, creating awards, gifts, commissions, chalkboards, writing on walls, engraving, teaching and much more. She lives in North Granby, Connecticut. Information can be found at her website: https://letteringdesign.com
The event will be held on Saturday, July 11th, at 2:00 p.m. at the Wilton Historical Society at 224 Danbury Road in Wilton.
The event is free for Historical Society members. For non-members, there is a $10.00 fee.
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