Thursdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 August 6, 13
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The Declaration of Independence is a pivotal American document, not just for eighteenth-century revolutionaries, but for people throughout US history. This course will explore how individuals in Washington, D.C. used the Declaration and its ideas after independence was won. From the capital city’s planners to Union soldiers who defended Washington amid civil war, many evoked the Declaration to support their causes and shape a capital city. Spotlighting museum artifacts from the Albert H. Small Washingtoniana Collection, this course will cover D.C.’s early history through 1876, the nation’s first centennial celebration.

Kasey Sease, PhD is Curator of the Albert H. Small Washingtoniana Collection at The George Washington University Museum. She holds a PhD in history fro the College of William and Mary.