It's Revolutionary!

Schedule

Sat Oct 19 2024 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm

Location

601 Court St, Portsmouth, VA, United States, Virginia 23704 | Portsmouth, VA

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Bring the entire family to this Lafayette inspired History Extravaganza at the Main Library! Revolutionary War Heroes
and their wives will lead children in games, scavenger hunts, and more!
Out front, walk through Youth Virginia Regiment’s Revolutionary War Encampment and learn about what life was like as a soldier or camp follower. Listen to members of the Ethiopian Regiment and 1st Rhode Island explain which side
they chose and why.
Inside, Frederick Douglass will speak on Lafayette and abolition, James Fayette will relate his relationship with the General as his spy and his friend, and Lafayette's daughter, Virginie will share memories of her parents. This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
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Where is it happening?

601 Court St, Portsmouth, VA, United States, Virginia 23704

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Portsmouth Public Library

Host or Publisher Portsmouth Public Library

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