Public Events
The Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Illinois hosts or sponsors events open to the public on a periodic basis. The focus of our events is typically the American Colonial period. In years past, we have co-hosted lectures with the Newberry in Chicago, bringing in renowned scholars of American history to Chicago.
Recent & Forthcoming Events
In celebration of our nation’s 250th birthday the Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Illinois is partnering with the Newberry in Chicago, Illinois and The Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to present a unique Revolutionary War exhibit and speaker series on the Declaration of Independence. There will be public, all-day activities around a handsewn replica of General George Washington’s campaign tent. Please see the schedule below (subject to change):
Activities include:
Replica of Gen. George Washington’s campaign tent in Washington Square Park (open to public)
9 A.M.
Pitching of the tent (children and the young at heart can participate)
10 A.M. – 4 P.M.
Displays, Museum of the American Revolution historians, and presentations throughout the day
Newberry speaker series (open to public)
10 A.M. -11 A.M.
Scott Stephenson and Emily Sneff discuss Gen. Washington’s tent and The Declaration’s Journey
2 P.M. – 3 P.M.
Danielle Allen and Scott Stephenson discuss Dr. Allen’s new book, Radical Duke