George Washington's Forgotten Friend: The French Nobleman Who Helped Win American Independence August 29 1 p.m. in the Log House at George Washington Birthplace National Monument As part of our continued celebration of America’s 250th, join us during National Park Week for a special presentation exploring the story of François‑Jean de Chastellux—one of George Washington’s...
How did a diplomatic dispute become one of the first political media storms in American history? Join us at Stratford Hall for a commemorative America 250 conversation on the aftermath of the Lee Deane Conflict. In 1776, Silas Deane of Connecticut was sent to France to secure crucial wartime support. He came under fire when...
Sunday, November 8, 2026 Join us for an evening keynote at Stratford Hall featuring a distinguished speaker (to be announced) exploring the meaning and legacy of the American experiment. Monday, November 9, 2026 Spend the day at Stratford Hall with scholars and practitioners from across the Northern Neck sharing new discoveries in history and archaeology....
