Lafayette at Mount Vernon October 17th, 2024
When I took on this Lafayette Bicentennial project, several dates immediately had me very excited. Of course, August 16th, October 19th and others, but the date that fascinated me most is October 17th, 1824, which is the day Lafayette arrived at Mount Vernon for the first time in 40 years.
Imagine how Lafayette felt walking down the hill towards the tomb of his friend and mentor, General George Washington. Imagine the flood of memories that Lafayette experienced during this walk. Imagine the emotions Lafayette felt as he stepped into Washington's tomb.
There is no need to imagine because you can be there exactly 200 years to the day on October 17th, 2024.
Here's the itinerary of this VERY special day ($25pp)....
Then, for those of you that can't join us in the morning, (that's ok), we are doing it again in the afternoon ($25pp)....
This is going to be a VERY special day.
Attendance requires an entry ticket onto the grounds of Mount Vernon which can be purchased at the Texas Gate entrance.
Thank you and vive Lafayette !!!
- Chuck Schwam
Executive Director
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