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Lafayette Day Cocktail Party, Saturday, March 14, 2026 5:30PM
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Saturday, March 14, 2026 5:30PM
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Lafayette Day Cocktail Party
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On February 24, 2015, the Virginia General Assembly passed House Joint Resolution No. 797 “Designating March 14, in 2015 and in each succeeding year, as a Day of Honor for the Marquis de Lafayette in Virginia.” As part of the Virginia Museum of History & Culture's 250th Initiative, join the VMHC and the American Friends of Lafayette for a special evening honoring the legacy of the French general who played a vital role in securing American independence and championing human rights around the world.
Highlights include:
- Historically inspired heavy hors d'oeuvres and drinks, featuring the Lafayette Bicentennial Wine Series from Williamsburg Winery. Winemakers will be available to provide tasting notes.
- Music from the 18th and 19th centuries performed by baroque flutist and pianist Kaylan Stevenson and dramatic coloratura soprano Laura Heydt.
- Rousing fife and drum tunes popular during Lafayette's travels across the United States.
- Intimate performance by renowned Colonial Williamsburg Nation Builder Mark Schneider, portraying the Marquis de Lafayette.
- Remarks from French dignitaries.
- Traveling panel exhibit from the American Friends of Lafayette.
- Special library display of original VMHC manuscripts related to Lafayette's life and legacy.
- After-hours access to the VMHC's exhibits, including the recently opened, Revolutionary Allies: Foreign Friends of American Independence.
Program Timeline:
- 5:30 pm – Doors Open, Wine and Hors d’oeuvres
- 6:15 – 8:30 pm – Intermittent Programming
Pricing:
- VMHC Members: $90
- AFL Members: $90
- Non-Members: $100
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Questions, please contact guestservices@VirginiaHistory.org or call 804-340-1800.
Suggested Attire: Business Attire
This program is presented in partnership with the American Friends of Lafayette and the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation and is part of the VMHC's 250th Initiative.
Tickets will be available February 2, 2026.