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Contact: Logan McSwain For Immediate Release News Release
Remembering George Washington with Dr. Peter HenriquesFebruary 22, at 7 p.m.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - On Thursday, February 22 at 7 p.m. The Charlotte Museum of History hosts a presentation by Dr. Peter Henriques, Professor of History Emeritus at George Mason University. In celebration of George Washington’s birthday Henriques, a George Washington scholar, will present a program in conjunction with his book, Realistic Visionary: A Portrait of George Washington.
“A deeply thoughtful appraisal of Washington’s career and character…” says Joseph J. Ellis, Mount Holyoke College, author of His Excellency: George Washington. “The chapters on slavery and religion are especially beguiling. Henriques’ approach allows him to zoom in on the most salient and controversial issues with a focused clarity not possible in a conventional biography.”
Click here to read more about Realistic Visionary: A Portrait of George Washington
Following the program Henriques will hold a book signing and guests can enjoy refreshments. College students are free with a valid college ID, and Museum Members and members of the Mecklenburg Historical Association will receive free admission also.
While guests are at the Museum they can check out the Museum’s newest interactive exhibit - Charlotte’s Pole to Pole Flag. This exhibit tells the story of two men, two expeditions - one to the South Pole, one to the North Pole - and one Charlotte flag. Visitors can feel inside authentic polar mittens and boots; compare and contrast facts and figures about Charlotte and the two Poles; and trace the expeditions on a special rotating globe.
Reservations are required for the event. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors and students, and $3 for children ages 6-12. The Charlotte Museum of History is located at 3500 Shamrock Drive (between Eastway and Sharon Amity). For more information or to R.S.V.P. call 704-568-1774, email info@charlottemuseum.org or visit www.charlottemuseum.org. ###
The Charlotte Museum of History is Where History Has A Home. The museum, with its core and visiting exhibitions, explores Charlotte-Mecklenburg’s rich history during the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. The museum is home to the oldest surviving structure in Charlotte-Mecklenburg, the Hezekiah Alexander House (circa 1774). Set on eight acres of park like grounds, the museum is also home to the American Freedom Bell, the Backcountry Patriot Statue and historic gardens. In addition, the museum offers: rental space for events and weddings, education programs for adults, schools and families, and membership benefits and opportunities The Charlotte Museum of History is supported, in part, with a Basic Operating Grant form the Arts & Science Council. The Charlotte Museum of History is located at 3500 Shamrock Drive (between Eastway and Sharon Amity). Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Free every Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. Open Mondays from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Guided tours of the Hezekiah Alexander Homesite given daily at 1:15 and 3:15 p.m. For more information call 704 568-1774, email info@charlottemuseum.org or visit www.charlottemusuem.org. |
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