Intended for adults. The American Civil War is Ireland's forgotten conflict. In 1860, about 1.5 million Irish were living in the United States. During the American Civil War, some 150,000 Irish men fought in the Union Army and about 20,000 joined and fought with the Confederacy. Although there are no exact figures of the Irish […]
Intended for Adults In celebration of Philadelphia's Semiquincentennial (250th) anniversary, local author and lecturer Tom Keels will share his knowledge of the women who saved the 1926 World's Fair. The Sesqui Women's Committee was responsible for bringing the history of Philadelphia and America to life in 1926 during the Exposition. Defying corruption in the Republican […]
Even women were involved in the Revolutionary War – some as spies, some by continuing their husband’s professions at home while they were away and some by actually fighting. Hear stories of some remarkable women who came to the aid of the Patriots in the Revolutionary War. Presenter: Dr. Susanne Johnston was an educator for […]
Intended for adults Alex Robb, Interpretive Programs Specialist for Washington Crossing Historic Park in Bucks County, will present on the Commander-in-Chief's Guard, a Continental Army unit tasked with protecting the life and belongings of General George Washington. The CICG is a fascinating microcosm of the Continental Army and offers valuable insights into both the […]
Intended for Adults Join us as author Aaron Sullivan discusses his book entitled The Disaffected: Britain’s Occupation of Philadelphia During the American Revolution. In his book, Sullivan explores the British occupation of Philadelphia, chronicling the experiences of a group of people who were pursued, pressured, and at times persecuted, not because they chose the wrong side of the […]
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of America's founding, join local historian Jim Segrave-Daly for a 4-part series with lively discussion of the causes, events, and individuals whose actions led tot he American Revolution and the historic changes that resulted. The series begins in 1763, after Englan's victory in the Seven Years' War, and culminates […]
Dressed in Colonial garb, before a set of a Colonial tavern, Matthew takes audiences back in time to the days of the American Colonial settlement and the American Revolution. Using rousing period songs and stories that put the songs into the context of the time, Matthew brings to life the exciting Days of 1776 on […]
Learn where Revolutionary Soldiers encamped in our area; what battles they fought in in this area and what routes they traveled on the way to the Battles. Discover what local homes, churches and buildings, that are still in use today, were used in the Revolutionary War and what function they served. Presenter: Dr. Susanne Johnston […]
Betsy Ross, during her lifetime, was more often known as Elizabeth Claypoole. She was one of thousands of average colonists whose efforts helped the American cause prevail against the British. Flag maker, seamstress, upholsterer, wife, mother and Quaker, she helped the new nation define itself through flags and colors. Learn all about Betsy, her husbands […]
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of America's founding, join local historian Jim Segrave-Daly for a 4-part series with lively discussion of the causes, events, and individuals whose actions led tot he American Revolution and the historic changes that resulted. The series begins in 1763, after Englan's victory in the Seven Years' War, and culminates […]
Join us for a presentation by Jeanne Sorg, the Montgomery County Recorder of Deeds. She will review the types of documents that are recorded within the Recorder of Deeds office and look at some of the interesting historical details you can find in those documents. Registration for this event opens Wednesday, April 1 at 9:00 […]
Come meet Betsy Ross and Dr. Benjamin Franklin...in person! Think you know the legend? Come hear the REAL story. Registration opens Thursday, April 16