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SUMMARY:WordHouse Poetry
DESCRIPTION:WordHouse Reading Series                                                                             \nSaturday December 14\, 2p.m. – 4p.m. \n \n\nJoin us at the Noah Webster House for a series of FREE poetry readings\, hosted by James Finnegan\, West Hartford’s third Poet Laureate. These readings will take place from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. on September 28\, October 19\, November 9\, & December 14.\n\n\nRead here for the most up to date information on speakers. All readings take place at the Noah Webster House and begin with an open mic. No registration is required. Each poetry reading is free and open to the public. Donations are greatly appreciated in order to support future programming at the Noah Webster House. The Noah Webster House will be open 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. during each reading and visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets to tour the historic home.\n\n\nWordHouse Reading Series\nSaturday December 14\, 2pm\n \nD. Walsh Gilbert and V. Penelope Pelizzon\nReading starts with Open Mic \nA dual citizen of the Republic of Ireland and the US\, Debbie Gilbert has written seven poetry collections\, the most recent\, Finches in Kilmainham and Misneach: A Story of Kidnap\, Enslavement\, and Colonialism (Grayson Books\, 2024). Three-time Pushcart nominee\, she serves on the board of the Riverwood Poetry Series and as co-editor of the Connecticut River Review. \nV. Penelope Pelizzon’s fourth book\, A Gaze Hound That Hunteth by the Eye (Pitt Poetry Series\, 2024) is a LitHub recommendation for 2024. Her first\, Nostos\, won the Poetry Society of America’s Norma Farber First Book Award;  her second\, Whose Flesh Is Flame\, Whose Bone Is Time\, was a finalist for the Anthony Hecht Poetry Prize. She is also coauthor of Tabloid\, Inc.\, a critical study of film\, photography\, and crime narratives. She is a Professor of English at the University of Connecticut. https://vpenelopepelizzon.com/
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LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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SUMMARY:Visita Guiada de la Casa de Noah Webster
DESCRIPTION:La Casa de Noah Webster y la Sociedad Histórica de West Hartford están emocionados de anunciar visitas guiadas en español de la Casa Museo histórico. El Museo va a ofrecer dos tours guiados en Español el Sábado\, 21 de Diciembre a la 1:30 pm y 3 pm. Las entradas deben ser compradas por anticipado. El costo de la entrada es de $10 dólares por persona. Usted puede comprar las entradas ahora\, a través del link/ pagina a: www.noahwebster.yapsody.com. \nLa Casa de Noah Webster y la Sociedad Histórica de West Hartford están ubicadas en el lugar restaurado de nacimiento y hogar de la infancia del siglo dieciocho de Noah Webster\, autor del primer diccionario Norteamericano y el ortográfico/deletreador de respaldo azul ; un Maestro; abogado y abolicionista temprano. Este sitio histórico nacional \, está ubicado en el 227 de la calle principal\, sur\, de West Hartford\, CT 06107
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SUMMARY:From Sheep to Yarn | Life on the Webster Farm: Work Days
DESCRIPTION:Visit the museum on select Saturdays from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and enjoy live demonstrations from our experienced team of museum educators. Each demonstration will focus on a unique aspect of early American work and play. Stop by and learn about the trades and activities of life on the Webster farm! \nThis program is included in museum admission. Enjoy FREE general admission for children 12 and under for this event! \nFor more information\, please email events@noahwebsterhouse.org. \nThank you to our 2024-2025 Sponsor\, the Rotary Club of West Hartford! \nJanuary 11\, 2025 – From Sheep to Yarn \nWhere does yarn come from? What is it used for? Our museum teachers (in 18th-century period attire) will demonstrate how to spin sheep’s wool into yarn on our reproduction spinning wheels. Want to learn how? Try your hand at “carding” the wool\, or finger-spinning and using the drop-spindle. Take home a sample of the wool …you’ve earned it!
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LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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SUMMARY:Visita Guiada de la Casa de Noah Webster
DESCRIPTION:La Casa de Noah Webster y la Sociedad Histórica de West Hartford están emocionados de anunciar visitas guiadas en español de la Casa Museo histórico.\nEl Museo va a ofrecer dos tours guiados en Español 21 de Diciembre\, 18 de Enero\, 22 de Febrero\, y 22 de Marzo a la 1:30 pm y 3 pm. Las entradas deben ser compradas por anticipado. El costo de la entrada es de $10 dólares por persona. Usted puede comprar las entradas ahora\, a través del link/ pagina a: www.noah webster.yapsody.com. \nLa Casa de Noah Webster y la Sociedad Histórica de West Hartford están ubicadas en el lugar restaurado de nacimiento y hogar de la infancia del siglo dieciocho de Noah Webster\, autor del primer diccionario Norteamericano y el ortográfico/ deletreador de respaldo azul ; un Maestro; abogado y abolicionista temprano. Este sitio histórico nacional \, está ubicado en el 227 de la calle principal\, sur\, de West Hartford\, CT 06107.
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LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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SUMMARY:WordHouse Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Noah Webster House for a series of FREE poetry readings\, hosted by James Finnegan\, West Hartford’s third Poet Laureate. These readings will take place from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. on February 1\, March 8\, April 5\, May 3\, & June 7.\n\nFebruary 1 | 2-4pm\n\n\nFormer and Current Members of the Brickwalk Poets:\na poetry workshop group with a 30-year history\nMarilyn Johnston   James Finnegan   Susan Bogle Finnegan   Donna Fleischer \nAnne Sheffield   Luisa Caycedo-Kimura   Aaron Caycedo-Kimura    Brent Terry \nKate Rushin   Bruce Cohen   Jeffrey Mock   Srinivas Mandavilli   Debora Kuan \nBenjamin Grossberg   Brad Davis   Janet Passehl   Charlie Chase   Julien Strong\n\n\nRead here for the most up to date information on speakers. All readings take place at the Noah Webster House and begin with an open mic. No registration is required. Each poetry reading is free and open to the public. Donations are greatly appreciated in order to support future programming at the Noah Webster House. The Noah Webster House will be open 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. during each reading and visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets to tour the historic home.
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SUMMARY:Noah's Valentine | Life on the Webster Farm: Work Days
DESCRIPTION:Visit the museum on select Saturdays from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and enjoy live demonstrations from our experienced team of museum educators. Each demonstration will focus on a unique aspect of early American work and play. Stop by and learn about the trades and activities of life on the Webster farm! \nThis program is included in museum admission. Enjoy FREE general admission for children 12 and under for this event! \nThank you to our 2024-2025 Sponsor\, the Rotary Club of West Hartford! \n  \nFebruary 8\, 2025 – Noah’s Valentine \nDuring the 18th century\, Valentine’s Day became very popular\, and it has only grown in popularity since. Come to the Noah Webster House to learn about Noah’s love life\, read his love letters and then write your own letter to a loved one with authentic quill and ink\, just like Noah himself! \n 
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LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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SUMMARY:Visita Guiada de la Casa de Noah Webster
DESCRIPTION:La Casa de Noah Webster y la Sociedad Histórica de West Hartford están emocionados de anunciar visitas guiadas en español de la Casa Museo histórico.\nEl Museo va a ofrecer dos tours guiados en Español 21 de Diciembre\, 18 de Enero\, 22 de Febrero\, y 22 de Marzo a la 1:30 pm y 3 pm. Las entradas deben ser compradas por anticipado. El costo de la entrada es de $10 dólares por persona. Usted puede comprar las entradas ahora\, a través del link/ pagina a: www.noah webster.yapsody.com. \nLa Casa de Noah Webster y la Sociedad Histórica de West Hartford están ubicadas en el lugar restaurado de nacimiento y hogar de la infancia del siglo dieciocho de Noah Webster\, autor del primer diccionario Norteamericano y el ortográfico/ deletreador de respaldo azul ; un Maestro; abogado y abolicionista temprano. Este sitio histórico nacional \, está ubicado en el 227 de la calle principal\, sur\, de West Hartford\, CT 06107.
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LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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SUMMARY:WordHouse Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Noah Webster House for a series of FREE poetry readings\, hosted by James Finnegan\, West Hartford’s third Poet Laureate. These readings will take place from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. on February 1\, March 8\, April 5\, May 3\, & June 28.\n\n\nWordHouse Reading Series                                                                            \nSaturday March 8\, 2pm\nbrett a. maddux and Ginny Lowe Connors \nReading starts with an Open Mic \nbrett a. maddux is a poet who lives in hartford. his most recent collection of poetry and photography\, american variation\, was released at the end of 2024 on which/is/why press. a double album of poetry and music created with multi-instrumentalist dylan healy\, dream songs\, will be released in the late winter and early spring of 2025 on funnybone records. \nGinny Lowe Connors is the author of six poetry collections\, including White Sail at Midnight (The Poetry Box\, 2024). As publisher of her own press\, Grayson Books\, Connors has edited several poetry anthologies. She earned an MFA in poetry from Vermont College of Fine Arts. A Board Member of the Connecticut Poetry Society\, Connors is an editor of Connecticut River Review. \n\n\nRead here for the most up to date information on speakers. All readings take place at the Noah Webster House and begin with an open mic. No registration is required. Each poetry reading is free and open to the public. Donations are greatly appreciated in order to support future programming at the Noah Webster House. The Noah Webster House will be open 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. during each reading and visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets to tour the historic home.
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LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Connecticut Spelling Bee
DESCRIPTION:The Connecticut Spelling Bee will return to West Hartford on Sunday\, March 9\, 2025\, and participants will compete for the chance to represent the state at the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee. \nThe 8th Annual Connecticut Spelling Bee is presented by the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society\, Connecticut’s Official Regional Partner of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. The competition begins at 1 p.m. on March 9 at the Hoffman Auditorium at the University of Saint Joseph\, located at 1678 Asylum Avenue in West Hartford. \nStudents who have made it to The Connecticut Spelling Bee have already won their school- or town-wide spelling bees. This year\, thousands of Connecticut students in grades 1-8 participated in the spelling bee program. From that\, 64 are eligible to move on to The Connecticut Spelling Bee. This makes 2025 the largest and most competitive Connecticut Spelling Bee in recent history\, a number that grows each year. \nThank you to People’s Bank\, the Lead Sponsor of the 2025 Connecticut Spelling Bee. \nCheer on Connecticut’s top spellers! The Connecticut Spelling Bee is free and open to the public (first come\, first served). Live recordings are prohibited. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. For more information about The Connecticut Spelling Bee\, please email us at events@noahwebsterhouse.org.
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SUMMARY:From Milk to Butter | Life on the Webster Farm: Work Days
DESCRIPTION:Visit the museum on select Saturdays from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and enjoy live demonstrations from our experienced team of museum educators. Each demonstration will focus on a unique aspect of early American work and play. Stop by and learn about the trades and activities of life on the Webster farm! \nThis program is included in museum admission. Enjoy FREE general admission for children 12 and under for this event! \nThank you to our 2024-2025 Sponsor\, the Rotary Club of West Hartford! \nMarch 15\, 2025 – From Milk to Butter \nWe know milk comes from cows but how do we transform it into butter? Our museum teachers will demonstrate how butter was churned by hand on the Webster Farm in the 18th-century. If you’d like to pitch in\, we are happy to show you how! Dairy samples will be available for tasting.
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LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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SUMMARY:Visita Guiada de la Casa de Noah Webster
DESCRIPTION:La Casa de Noah Webster y la Sociedad Histórica de West Hartford están emocionados de anunciar visitas guiadas en español de la Casa Museo histórico.\nEl Museo va a ofrecer dos tours guiados en Español 21 de Diciembre\, 18 de Enero\, 22 de Febrero\, y 22 de Marzo a la 1:30 pm y 3 pm. Las entradas deben ser compradas por anticipado. El costo de la entrada es de $10 dólares por persona. Usted puede comprar las entradas ahora\, a través del link/ pagina a: www.noah webster.yapsody.com. \nLa Casa de Noah Webster y la Sociedad Histórica de West Hartford están ubicadas en el lugar restaurado de nacimiento y hogar de la infancia del siglo dieciocho de Noah Webster\, autor del primer diccionario Norteamericano y el ortográfico/ deletreador de respaldo azul ; un Maestro; abogado y abolicionista temprano. Este sitio histórico nacional \, está ubicado en el 227 de la calle principal\, sur\, de West Hartford\, CT 06107
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LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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SUMMARY:WordHouse Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Noah Webster House for a series of FREE poetry readings\, hosted by James Finnegan\, West Hartford’s third Poet Laureate. These readings will take place from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. on February 1\, March 8\, April 5\, May 3\, & June 28.\n\n\nWordHouse Reading Series\nSaturday April 5\, 2pm\nJulia M. Paul and Henk Rossouw \nReading starts with an Open Mic \nJulia M. Paul is author of two full-length collections\, Shook (Grayson Books) and Table with Burning Candle (Cornerstone Press) and a chapbook\, Staring Down the Tracks (The Poetry Box). Her poems are widely published in journals and anthologies. Paul leads the Riverwood Poetry Series\, a long-running poetry reading series in Hartford\, CT. Her poem\, Dear Coroner\, How Could You Know\, appears in the 2023 Pushcart Prize XLVII Best of the Small Presses anthology. About her latest book\, the poet Ilya Kaminsky\, says: “Deeply moving\, this requiem\, this elegy chronically the stages of grief through multiple lyric modes. These pages are as musical as they are heartbreaking.” \nHenk Rossouw’s debut Xamissa (Fordham University Press\, 2018) won the Poetic Justice Institute Editor’s Prize. The African Poetry Book Fund included his chapbook The Water Archives in the 2018 box set New-Generation African Poets: Tano. His poems have been in POETRY\, Boston Review\, World Literature Today\, Iowa Review\, Adroit Journal\, and The Paris Review\, among other places. He earned his PhD in Creative Writing at the University of Houston and his MFA from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. An associate professor\, Henk teaches creative writing at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and serves as a consulting editor for the African Poetry Book Series. From South Africa\, he lives in Concord\, Massachusetts. \n\nRead here for the most up to date information on speakers. All readings take place at the Noah Webster House and begin with an open mic. No registration is required. Each poetry reading is free and open to the public. Donations are greatly appreciated in order to support future programming at the Noah Webster House. The Noah Webster House will be open 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. during each reading and visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets to tour the historic home.
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SUMMARY:Early American Games & Toys | Life on the Webster Farm: Work Days
DESCRIPTION:Visit the museum on select Saturdays from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and enjoy live demonstrations from our experienced team of museum educators. Each demonstration will focus on a unique aspect of early American work and play. Stop by and learn about the trades and activities of life on the Webster farm! \nThis program is included in museum admission. Enjoy FREE general admission for children 12 and under for this event! \nFor more information\, please email events@noahwebsterhouse.org. \nThank you to our 2024-2025 Sponsor\, the Rotary Club of West Hartford! \nApril 12\, 2025 – Early American Games & Toys \nWhile early Americans worked hard to fulfill household and farming responsibilities\, they also found some time to have fun! Museum teachers will show your family how to play centuries-old games like “Jack Straws” and the “ball & cup”\, the Jacob’s ladder\, hand tops\, or “button buzzers.” Make your own ball and cup to take home with you!
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/early-american-games-toys-life-on-the-webster-farm-work-days/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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SUMMARY:Easter Egg Hunt 2025 at Noah Webster House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun-filled egg-stravaganza! \nOn Saturday April 19th from 12:00pm-2:00pm\, the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt! All ages are welcome to attend. This exciting day will begin with an Easter egg hunt\, which begins at 12:00 NOON. Arrive on time to make sure you grab an egg… once they’re gone… they’re gone!! The Easter Bunny will also be available for photo ops throughout the event. \nAfter the egg hunt\, come inside and enjoy family-friendly crafts\, story time\, and guided tours of the Noah Webster House! \nPre-registration for this event is required and tickets are limited. Children (0-17) are $5 and Adults (18+) are free! Please indicate all members of your party in your order. \nQuestions? Please email us at events@noahwebsterhouse.org. \nParking – The museum parking lot will be closed for this event. Guests can park along South Main Street or one of the adjoining streets. This event is rain or shine. All sales are final. \nThis event is generously sponsored by Adlin Daye of The North Star Realtors\, Adrienne Billings-Smith of Concerned Parents of Color of Greater Hartford\, Alyssa Caliendo of Bay Equity Home Loans\, & Eric Bergenn of Bergenn Financial Services.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/easter-egg-hunt-2025-at-noah-webster-house/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250426T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
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SUMMARY:Visita Guiada de la Casa de Noah Webster
DESCRIPTION:La Casa de Noah Webster y la Sociedad Histórica de West Hartford están emocionados de\nanunciar visitas guiadas en español de la Casa Museo histórico.\nEl Museo va a ofrecer dos tours guiados en Español 26 de Abril\, y 24 de Mayo a la 1:30 pm y 3 pm. Las entradas deben ser compradas por anticipado. El costo de la entrada es de $10 dólares por persona. Usted puede comprar las entradas ahora\, a través del link/ pagina a: www.noahwebster.yapsody.com. \nLa Casa de Noah Webster y la Sociedad Histórica de West Hartford están ubicadas en el lugar restaurado de nacimiento y hogar de la infancia del siglo dieciocho de Noah Webster\, autor del primer diccionario Norteamericano y el ortográfico/ deletreador de respaldo azul ; un Maestro; abogado y abolicionista temprano. Este sitio histórico nacional \, está ubicado en el 227 de la calle principal\, sur\, de West Hartford\, CT 06107
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/visita-guiada-de-la-casa-de-noah-webster-5/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Noah Webster House":MAILTO:events@noahwebsterhouse.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T225242Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception | Flora: An Intimate Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society To Exhibit Works by Local Artist Jose Gaztambide  \n  \nThe Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society is delighted to present an exhibit featuring the photography of local artist Jose Gaztambide. Flora: An Intimate Celebration will launch at the Noah Webster House on May 1\, 2025. The exhibit showcases unique photographs that focus on the finer details found in nature. \nJoin us for an Opening Reception of this exhibit at the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society on Thursday\, May 1 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. This exhibit will remain at the museum and can be seen by visitors through Monday\, June 30th. \nJose Gaztambide is a West Hartford artist who developed an interest in photography in the late 1960s. After studying in New York at The New School\, Gaztambide returned to Puerto Rico in 1980 to teach Photography and Theory of Communication at the University of Puerto Rico (Rio Piedras campus)\, where he taught until 1997. In 1988\, he returned to school to get his PhD in Communication. \nGaztambide’s creative passion was reignited upon his discovery of digital cell phone photography\, which allowed him to be more creative and spontaneous with his photographs. Now\, Gaztambide takes inspiration from the natural world. He explains\, “Nature has its own rhythms and rules and demands respect and care. The more I learned\, the hungrier I was for more of her beauty.” When Gaztambide concentrated this focus\, his photographs began to represent his mission to further celebrate and understand nature. \nFlora: An Intimate Celebration invites viewers to pay attention to nature’s finer details.  Gaztambide’s photographs celebrate nature’s emerging forms\, colors\, and textures that are often overlooked.  Enjoy his humble celebration! \n 
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/flora-an-intimate-celebration-photo-exhibit-2/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Noah Webster House":MAILTO:events@noahwebsterhouse.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250701
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
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SUMMARY:Flora: An Intimate Celebration | Photo Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society To Exhibit Works by Local Artist Jose Gaztambide  \n  \nThe Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society is delighted to present an exhibit featuring the photography of local artist Jose Gaztambide. Flora: An Intimate Celebration will launch at the Noah Webster House on May 1\, 2025. The exhibit showcases unique photographs that focus on the finer details found in nature. \n  \nJose Gaztambide is a West Hartford artist who developed an interest in photography in the late 1960s. After studying in New York at The New School\, Gaztambide returned to Puerto Rico in 1980 to teach Photography and Theory of Communication at the University of Puerto Rico (Rio Piedras campus)\, where he taught until 1997. In 1988\, he returned to school to get his PhD in Communication. \nGaztambide’s creative passion was reignited upon his discovery of digital cell phone photography\, which allowed him to be more creative and spontaneous with his photographs. Now\, Gaztambide takes inspiration from the natural world. He explains\, “Nature has its own rhythms and rules and demands respect and care. The more I learned\, the hungrier I was for more of her beauty.” When Gaztambide concentrated this focus\, his photographs began to represent his mission to further celebrate and understand nature. \nFlora: An Intimate Celebration invites viewers to pay attention to nature’s finer details.  Gaztambide’s photographs celebrate nature’s emerging forms\, colors\, and textures that are often overlooked.  Enjoy his humble celebration! \nJoin us for an Opening Reception of this exhibit at the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society on Thursday\, May 1 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. This exhibit will remain at the museum and can be seen by visitors through Monday\, June 30th.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/flora-an-intimate-celebration-photo-exhibit/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250503T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
CREATED:20250109T012357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T013524Z
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SUMMARY:WordHouse Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Noah Webster House for a series of FREE poetry readings\, hosted by James Finnegan\, West Hartford’s third Poet Laureate. These readings will take place from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. on February 1\, March 8\, April 5\, May 3\, & June 28.\n\nRead here for the most up to date information on speakers. All readings take place at the Noah Webster House and begin with an open mic. No registration is required. Each poetry reading is free and open to the public. Donations are greatly appreciated in order to support future programming at the Noah Webster House. The Noah Webster House will be open 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. during each reading and visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets to tour the historic home.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/wordhouse-poetry-17/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Noah Webster House":MAILTO:events@noahwebsterhouse.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250508T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250508T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
CREATED:20250401T230200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T205117Z
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SUMMARY:THE ALL NEW Webster’s War of the Words
DESCRIPTION:Webster’s War of the Words\nMay 8th\, 2025\nJoin us for an exciting evening of fun and friendly competition at our annual fundraiser benefiting the Noah Webster House and the West Hartford Historical Society. This year\, we’re adding a unique twist to our event by immersing YOU in a word-based trivia game that will put your knowledge to the test. \n\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, May 8\, 2025\, 7 PM -10 PM \nVenue: Pond House Café at 1555 Asylum Ave\, West Hartford \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to get tickets now!\nSingle entry tickets are available to purchase…we will assign you a team to compete with for the evening. \nOR Bring your team of 8 participants and purchase a table together. \nIn addition to the trivia competition\, each guest will enjoy a bountiful meal prepared by the chefs at Pond House Café. The evening’s menu will include a variety of hors d’oeuvres\, pasta dishes\, dinner entrees\, dessert\, coffee\, soda\, and open beer & wine bar. \nA live online auction will be available for bidding before\, during\, and after the event. \n\n\n\nCompete with the best!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGather your friends and family to form a team and get ready to challenge other tables throughout the night in a battle of wits and words. Our esteemed Master of Ceremonies\, Peter Sokolowski\, Editor in Chief of Merriam-Webster Dictionary\, will guide you through a series of thought-provoking questions that span realms of language\, history\, and local lore. \n\n\n\n\nThroughout the evening\, teams can earn points and compete for the coveted title of trivia champion. Exciting prizes await the tables that come out on top during the final round\, so bring your A-game and be prepared to showcase your knowledge! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeter Sokolowski \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nGorgeous venue!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMark your calendars for this memorable occasion at the beautiful Pond House Café\, where you can enjoy a delightful atmosphere while supporting your local history museum. This event promises not only to be an engaging experience but also a wonderful way to connect with the community and celebrate our rich heritage. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/the-all-new-websters-war-of-the-words/
LOCATION:Pond House Cafe\, 1555 Asylum Ave\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250510T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
CREATED:20241219T225024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T230808Z
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SUMMARY:Decorative Textiles | Life on the Webster Farm: Work Days
DESCRIPTION:Visit the museum on select Saturdays from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and enjoy live demonstrations from our experienced team of museum educators. Each demonstration will focus on a unique aspect of early American work and play. Stop by and learn about the trades and activities of life on the Webster farm! \nThis program is included in museum admission. Enjoy FREE general admission for children 12 and under for this event! \nFor more information\, please email events@noahwebsterhouse.org. \nThank you to our 2024-2025 Sponsor\, the Rotary Club of West Hartford! \nMay 10\, 2025 – Decorative Textiles \nThe making of textiles was mostly done out of necessity for clothing and other household goods. However\, decorative needlework\, knitting\, crocheting\, weaving and dyeing was an early American art form. Come see examples of textiles from our museum collection and use the same materials to make your own creation!
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/decorative-textiles-life-on-the-webster-farm-work-days-2/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250517T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250517T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
CREATED:20250403T234636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T234724Z
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SUMMARY:West Hartford Garden Club Plant Sale 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, May 17th from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm for the annual West Hartford Garden Club Plant Sale. Plants are member-grown perennials\, annuals\, shrubs\, vegetables\, and house plants. Native to exotics! Shade to full sun! You won’t want to miss this wonderful day where you can purchase an array of plants and speak with master gardeners from the West Hartford Garden Club. For more information\, please visit www.westhartfordgardenclub.org.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/west-hartford-garden-club-plant-sale-2025/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250524T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
CREATED:20250308T002505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T002505Z
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SUMMARY:Visita Guiada de la Casa de Noah Webster
DESCRIPTION:La Casa de Noah Webster y la Sociedad Histórica de West Hartford están emocionados de\nanunciar visitas guiadas en español de la Casa Museo histórico.\nEl Museo va a ofrecer dos tours guiados en Español 26 de Abril\, y 24 de Mayo a la 1:30 pm y 3 pm. Las entradas deben ser compradas por anticipado. El costo de la entrada es de $10 dólares por persona. Usted puede comprar las entradas ahora\, a través del link/ pagina a: www.noahwebster.yapsody.com. \nLa Casa de Noah Webster y la Sociedad Histórica de West Hartford están ubicadas en el lugar restaurado de nacimiento y hogar de la infancia del siglo dieciocho de Noah Webster\, autor del primer diccionario Norteamericano y el ortográfico/ deletreador de respaldo azul ; un Maestro; abogado y abolicionista temprano. Este sitio histórico nacional \, está ubicado en el 227 de la calle principal\, sur\, de West Hartford\, CT 06107
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/visita-guiada-de-la-casa-de-noah-webster-6/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Noah Webster House":MAILTO:events@noahwebsterhouse.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250705
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
CREATED:20250610T193553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T193553Z
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SUMMARY:“Flags of the Republic” Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:“Flags of the Republic”  \nJune 14 – July 4\, 2025 ~ 1-4pm \nDiscover the stories behind America’s evolving identity through rare and historic flags on display at the Noah Webster House! \nThis special exhibit will feature: \n\nAll 27 official versions of the American Flag\n5 full-size historic flags including the unique 15-star\, 15-stripe design nicknamed\, “Stars and Stripes”\nLiberty’s Five Flags (flag designs which have rarely been displayed in Connecticut!)\n\nFREE admission on June 14\, 2025\, in conjunction with Connecticut Open House Day! Don’t miss the chance to explore the story of America’s flags in the Webster Family home\, where generations once shaped cloth by hand\, and history was never far from the loom. This exhibit was generously loaned to the museum temporarily by Robert Rungee. \nNoah Webster House \n227 South Main St. West Hartford\, CT\, 06107 \nContact events@noahwebsterhouse.org or call (860)-521-5362 for more info.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/flags-of-the-republic-exhibit/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Noah Webster House":MAILTO:events@noahwebsterhouse.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250614T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250614T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
CREATED:20241219T230952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T230952Z
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SUMMARY:From the Garden | Life on the Webster Farm: Work Days
DESCRIPTION:Visit the museum on select Saturdays from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and enjoy live demonstrations from our experienced team of museum educators. Each demonstration will focus on a unique aspect of early American work and play. Stop by and learn about the trades and activities of life on the Webster farm! \nThis program is included in museum admission. Enjoy FREE general admission for children 12 and under for this event! \nFor more information\, please email events@noahwebsterhouse.org. \nThank you to our 2024-2025 Sponsor\, the Rotary Club of West Hartford! \nJune 14\, 2025 – From the Garden \nOur museum teachers will lead you through a tour** of Webster’s east garden to explore how herbs were used for flavoring food\, making medicine\, fragrances and insecticides. Create a lavender sachet to take home with you… a relaxing and natural air freshener. \n**weather permitting
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/from-the-garden-life-on-the-webster-farm-work-days/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Noah Webster House":MAILTO:events@noahwebsterhouse.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250614T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250614T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
CREATED:20250515T232528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T232635Z
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Open House Day - FREE Admission To All!
DESCRIPTION:The Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society will offer FREE admission 1:00pm – 4:00 pm on Saturday\, June 14 to celebrate Connecticut Open House Day. Bring Your Family and enjoy FREE tours of the National Historic Landmark Home of Noah Webster\, join our Museum Educators as they lead you through our historic garden\, and enjoy indoor crafts & games. In commemoration of Flag Day\, we will be opening our brand new flag exhibit for guests to enjoy during their visit. No registration is required.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/connecticut-open-house-day-free-admission-to-all/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Noah Webster House":MAILTO:events@noahwebsterhouse.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250625T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
CREATED:20250524T001618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T001801Z
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SUMMARY:Every Timepiece Tells A Story
DESCRIPTION:Every Timepiece Tells A Story\nWednesday\, June 25\, 2025 \n6:00pm \nNoah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society  \n227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT \nMuseum Members: FREE (pre-registration required) \nGeneral Public: $8 \nRegistration Required: https://noahwebster.yapsody.com/event/index/847763/Every-Timepiece-Tells-A-Story \n  \nJoin us for a presentation on the clock & watchmaking industries of Connecticut’s past. Guests will discover the impact of Connecticut manufacturing and the importance of timepieces as historical artifacts and generational family heirlooms. Two Noah Webster-related timepieces will be featured\, including Webster’s New Haven-made tall case clock and a pocket watch (c. 1825) on loan to the museum that was gifted from Noah to his son William. \nAbout Patti Philippon: \nPatti has worked as a museum professional in Connecticut for over 30 years\, including her current position as Executive Director of the American Clock & Watch Museum in Bristol for the past 10 years. Ms. Philippon also serves as Secretary of the City of Bristol’s Historic District Commission. She holds a master’s degree in Art History from UMass Amherst\, and an undergraduate degree from Providence College.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/every-timepiece-tells-a-story/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Noah Webster House":MAILTO:events@noahwebsterhouse.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250628T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
CREATED:20250109T012939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T013358Z
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SUMMARY:WordHouse Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Noah Webster House for a series of FREE poetry readings\, hosted by James Finnegan\, West Hartford’s third Poet Laureate. These readings will take place from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. on February 1\, March 8\, April 5\, May 3\, & June 28.\n\nRead here for the most up to date information on speakers. All readings take place at the Noah Webster House and begin with an open mic. No registration is required. Each poetry reading is free and open to the public. Donations are greatly appreciated in order to support future programming at the Noah Webster House. The Noah Webster House will be open 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. during each reading and visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets to tour the historic home.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/wordhouse-poetry-18/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Noah Webster House":MAILTO:events@noahwebsterhouse.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250702T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250702T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
CREATED:20250522T213401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T005209Z
UID:15249-1751479200-1751484600@noahwebsterhouse.org
SUMMARY:Blues 101: The History of Blues Music in America
DESCRIPTION:Blues 101: The History of Blues Music in America\nWednesday\, July 2\, 2025 \n6:00pm \nNoah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society  \n227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT \nMuseum Members: FREE (pre-registration required) \nGeneral Public: $8 \nRegistration Required:  \n  \nBlues 101: The History of Blues Music in America is an all-ages program presenting classic blues pieces played on authentic vintage instruments interspersed with historical images\, video and educational material.  The music is traced chronologically through its development in different regions of the south and follows the great African-American migration to important centers like Memphis\, Chicago and beyond. The roots of rock and roll\, jazz and even hip hop will be revealed during this program. Viewers will get to see and hear from Dan’s homemade\, three stringed “Cigar Box Guitar” and one stringed “Diddley Bow”\, both primitive instruments used by early bluesmen and played with a “bottleneck” slide. \n  \nAbout Ramblin’ Dan Stevens: \n“Ramblin” Dan is a veteran touring bluesman and teacher who has entertained audiences throughout the United States\, Canada\, Europe\, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. He was a finalist in the International Blues Challenge on Beale St. in Memphis Tennessee and a 2017 inductee into the Connecticut Blues Hall of Fame.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/blues-101-the-history-of-blues-music-in-america/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Noah Webster House":MAILTO:events@noahwebsterhouse.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250707T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250711T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124007
CREATED:20250401T225834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T225846Z
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SUMMARY:Early American Adventure Camp - Week One
DESCRIPTION:Early American Adventure Camp\nAges 8-12 \n \n  \nEarly American Adventure Camp is our full day camp\, offered in conjunction with West Hartford’s Westmoor Park. \nChildren can explore life in the 1700’s by spending a week as an early American child! Through activities at both the Noah Webster House and Westmoor Park\, children experience first-hand the chores\, games and history of the past. During the week\, children help to cook their lunches over an open hearth\, explore Noah Webster’s house and garden\, work on crafts\, make and play games\, and learn colonial dances. By the end of the week\, children will have written and performed their very own short skit. At Westmoor Park\, children care for the barnyard animals\, tend the vegetable garden\, and create crafts from nature. \nCamp is held at two different locations: Monday/Wednesday/Friday sessions will be held at the Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street. Tuesday and Thursday sessions will be held at Westmoor Park\, 119 Flagg Road. \nThis year\, two weeks of camp will be offered. \n  \nWeek One: 7/7/25 – 7/11/25 \nWeek Two: 7/21/25 – 7/25/25 \nHours of camp are 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. An extended hour until 5:00 pm is available for $50/week. \nRegister: Sign up now! The easiest way to register is by filling out an online form below. \nClick here to register for Week One!\nClick here to register for Week Two!\nPrefer paper forms? Stop by the museum or click here to view a PDF form. Please return form via email at education@noahwebsterhouse.org or mail to Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT 06107. \nPrice: $290/per child per week for museum members*\n$325/per child per week for non-members \nPayment: Payment can be made by credit card or by check. Credit card payments are processed through our ticketing site\, Yapsody. To pay by credit card\, please click here.\n*If you are opting in to the extended hour\, please add it to your cart in addition to regular week payment. \nFor checks\, please enclose check with your form and mail to Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT 06107. \nQuestions? Please contact the Noah Webster House education staff by phone at 860- 502-3247 or by email at education@noahwebsterhouse.org. \n*Save money and enjoy programs throughout the year by becoming a museum member today!
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/early-american-adventure-camp-2025/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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SUMMARY:THE ORIGINAL PROMISE OF AMERICA: “ALL MEN ARE CREATED EQUAL” 
DESCRIPTION:THE ORIGINAL PROMISE OF AMERICA: “ALL MEN ARE CREATED EQUAL”  \nJuly 10\, 2025 \nClick here to register for FREE! \nThis series of lectures will explore how the Revolutionary generation—Noah Webster’s generation—defined the purposes and prospects of their new nation. Noah will make occasional appearances; he played a considerable part in creating a distinctive national culture. But the talks won’t foreground him\, nor will they bask in nostalgia for a simpler\, more hopeful age. Studies of the past inevitably reflect the present; they can also illuminate paths into the future. While focusing on Revolutionary Americans’ thinking about the promise of the United States in its childhood\, we will consider as well how much of their vision has survived\, how much ought to be preserved\, and why. \nA few idealists claimed the American republic stood for the equal rights of all humankind.  So did a few Revolutionary propagandists\, among them the author of the Declaration of Independence. \nThe truth was otherwise.  White men claimed the lion’s share of all that America offered\, with little left over for the rest of humanity. \nPeople of color fared the worst.  Native Americans received nothing but broken pledges.  The new nations promised only bondage to the vast majority of its black residents.  By the time of the Revolution\, slaves made up 20% of the colonial population.   Jefferson and Washington each enslaved hundreds of Black people; even Franklin owned several servants.  Nor did any of these great men “remember the ladies” when laying the nation’s foundations\, as Abigail Adams famously urged her husband John to do. \nBut women and Black people knew America was very young and growing fast\, a country of the future.  From the beginning they claimed larger shares of American promises than their white male masters had ever dreamed of offering them. \n__________________________________________________________________ \n*Doors open to the presentation at 6:00pm\, and seating is on a first come-first served basis.  Seating is limited to 50 guests\, and registration is available now. \nAbout the Presenter: Gene Leach is a long-time resident of West Hartford and taught United States history and American Studies at Trinity College in Hartford until his retirement in 2012. Gene came to Trinity College in 1975 with degrees from Harvard\, Michigan\, and Yale; at various points in his long tenure\, he directed the American Studies Program\, chaired the History Department\, and directed the graduate programs in both fields. His scholarship has centered on American social thought and this country’s working class. Leach has written\, lectured\, and served on governing boards for several organizations devoted to Connecticut history and culture—including the West Hartford Historical Society!
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/the-original-promise-of-america-all-men-are-created-equal/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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