Bucks Local News: David Library of the American Revolution observes Independence Weekend with an open house
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The David Library of the American Revolution in Washington Crossing, PA will observe Independence Weekend with an Open House from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 2. Scheduled events include talks by scholars, a movie, and exhibition of historical documents and tours of the Library, all planned to help people interested in history learn more about what the David Library has to offer.
Meg McSweeney, Chief Operating Officer of the David Library noted that people keep telling her they’ve never been to the David Library and wonder what it’s all about. “It’s not like we’re trying to keep it secret,” she said. “We want people to know about this fabulously enriching resource right here in Bucks County, and the coming Independence Day holiday weekend seems like a good time. While helping interested people get to know the David Library, we can provide some events that will [MORE]
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enhance our guests’ understanding of the meaning of ‘Independence’ and ‘Revolution.’ ”
The David Library is a non-profit educational institution dedicated to the study of American history in the era of the American Revolution. Its special collections are unparalleled, and are available regardless of an interested person’s level of academic experience. In addition, the David Library offers educational programs including lectures, workshops and film screenings.
At the open house, guests can attend a talk by William P. Tatum III, Sol Feinstone Scholar at the David Library, at 11:45 AM called “Uniforms and Weapons of the American Revolution.” At 1:00, Episode 2 (appropriately titled “Independence”) of the HBO mini-series John Adams will be screened in the Library’s lecture hall, followed by a discussion led by Andrew J. Fagal, a David Library Fellow. At 3:00, George Boudreau, Associate Professor of Humanities at Penn State Harrisburg will give a lecture, “Peaceable Kingdom? Pennsylvania’s Revolution and the People Who Made it.” Professor Boudreau, one of the David Library’s most entertaining regular lecturers, is the author of The Official Guide to Independence National Historic Park. His lecture is made possible by the Pennsylvania Humanities Council. In addition, there will be an exhibition of original manuscripts from the Sol Feinstone Collection, opportunities to meet the staff, browse collections, learn about upcoming programs, and enjoy refreshments.
All are welcome to attend any portion of the Open House. Scheduled events are entirely optional. Admission free. The David Library is located at 1201 River Road, Washington Crossing, 1.3 miles north of the Washington Crossing Bridge. For further information, call (215)493-2233.
