Record #:

44257

Author(s):

Mangum, Gary

Abstract:

"200 years later, Fayetteville to join in on the bicentennial of Lafayette's Farewell Tour next March." Over a period of 400 days and through 25 states, Lafayette made 250 stops in the Unites States. He was invited by then President James Monroe. Fayetteville has been designated at premier bicentennial site by the American Friends of Lafayette. The organization has recently been in the process of organizing a national tour celebrating the historical event. The upcoming celebration will begin Fayetteville on March 4, 2025 with a reenactment of Lafayette's horse-drawn cart arriving in Fayetteville.

Source:

CityView (NoCar F 264.T3 W4), Vol. Issue , September 2024, p26-31, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lafayette, Marquis de--Commemoration 2024; Lafayette, Marquis de--Commemoration March 2025 Delete; Carriages--Lafayette; Lafayette--The American Friends of Lafayette

Record #:

44419

Author(s):

McLaughlin, Jami

Abstract:

"Previous president of the Fayetteville Lafayette Society said experience was the city's spotlight moment during the national bicentennial of Lafayette's Farewell Tour." Professional dance master Jeremy Gershman served as dance instructor for ball attendees.

Source:

CityView (NoCar F 264.T3 W4), Vol. Issue , April 2025, p24-29, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lafayette, Marquis de--Commemoration March 2025 Delete; Fayetteville Lafayette Society