Of Liberty and Landscapes

This presentation explores how Washington, Jefferson, Adams, and Franklin shaped early American identity through botany and agriculture.
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Of Liberty and Landscapes

Before they were revolutionary leaders, diplomats, and presidents, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin passionately identified as farmers, gardeners, and stewards of the land. For these men, agriculture was not merely a livelihood or a hobby; it was the bedrock of independence and a powerful tool for defining a new nation.

This program explores the deep botanical connections between the Founding Fathers and how they used the unique flora of the American continent to shape a distinct national identity.

Meet Samantha Byrd

Sam Byrd is the N.C. Cooperative Extension Consumer Horticulture Program Assistant for New Hanover County. A native of North Carolina, Samantha holds a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education from the University of Mount Olive, where she developed a lifelong passion for advocating for agricultural literacy. Before joining us in Wilmington, she served as a Horticulture Technology Instructor at Fayetteville Technical Community College.

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