Learn how taverns helped lead to American independence and explore the story of Samuel Fraunces’ efforts as a wartime spy
View a letter from Nathan Hale to his brother Enoch, his last known letter before the British hanged Hale as a spy
Through art by John Ward Dunsmore, learn about the role of a New York woman in helping to win the Revolution
See a piece of the original wrought iron fence placed around Bowling Green, where a statue of King George III was toppled following a reading of the Declaration of Independence
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Al Image Courtesy of Fraunces Tavern Museum
About this Event:
Built in 1719, Fraunces Tavern was once a meeting place for the Sons of Liberty, a site for trials that helped lead to the emancipation of thousands of Black Loyalists, and the setting for Washington’s farewell to his officers. Two hundred fifty years later, this guided tour explores this rich history, including the new special exhibition, Path to Liberty: The Emergence of a Nation, which commemorates the United States Semiquincentennial. On this tour, you’ll learn the stories of everyday people fighting for their beliefs—including our own revolutionary tavernkeeper, Samuel Fraunces.
Through personal letters, artifacts, and works of art from the Museum’s permanent collection, we’ll paint a picture of the Revolutionary War’s early defining moments, with a special focus on what happened right here in New York City.
About Melissa Lauer:
Melissa Lauer is the Education & Public Programs Manager at Fraunces Tavern Museum. She holds an MFA in Creative Nonfiction Writing from New York University, where she pursued historical research to tell true stories in interesting ways. At Fraunces Tavern Museum, she oversees all educational and public programming, including creating and leading special tours and events.
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