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The American Friends of Lafayette’s traveling exhibit tells the important stories of Lafayette’s life and legacy including his American Revolution participation, his critical role in cementing the Franco-American Alliance, his lifelong passion for human rights and his return as Guest of the Nation in 1824-1825. Also highlighted are efforts of the American Friends of Lafayette to commemorate this bicentennial in 2024-2025.
This exhibit strives to make Lafayette’s story more accessible and relevant to today’s citizens accenting the connections between Lafayette and George Washington as well as more recent history including the 2002 decision to proclaim Lafayette an honorary citizen of the United States.
The final day of the exhibit’s stay at the Isle of Wight County Museum is Lafayette’s 267th birthday. The museum will host Frank Womble of the American Friends of Lafayette for a lecture and birthday celebration.