[Archived] George Washington Lecture at Gadsby's Tavern-Feb. 11

America’s Atlas: The Leadership of George Washington

Join Dr. Peter Henriques, Professor Emeritus of History from George Mason University, as he presents America’s Atlas on Wednesday, February 11 at the Lloyd House, 220 N. Washington Street.  Doors open at 7 p.m. and lecture begins at 7:30 pm.  In this lecture, Dr. Henriques examines the variety of elements that came together to produce the amazing leader that George Washington was.  The lecture will focus primarily on the man rather than on what he accomplished. 

Admission is $12 per person, per lecture and $10 for members of Gadsby’s Tavern Museum Society and Gadsby’s Tavern Museum volunteers. Tickets may be purchased by calling 703.746.4242 or through the online shop at http://shop.alexandriava.gov.

This lecture is sponsored by Gadsby’s Tavern Museum.  In the late 18^th and early 19^th centuries, Gadsby’s Tavern was the center of social and political life in Alexandria and the new Federal City of Washington.  The tavern served as the premier gathering place for residents – including Washington – and visitors to eat, drink, learn, and influence history.

For more information, please visit www.gadsbystavern.org.