Many Faces of George Washington Exhibit |
APRIL 26 - JUNE 1, 2013
The Wentworth Lear Historic Houses announces the opening of "The Many Faces of George Washington." The national traveling panel examines the multidimensional, real-life man behind the myth. The Wentworth Lear Historic Houses is pleased to be the only northern
Through dazzling color graphics of paintings, photographs, and iconic objects from the
An opening reception featuring a performance by noted Tobias Lear Role Player, David Kozisek will be held for members on Thursday, April 25, 2013 from 5:30-8:00 pm. Annual membership is $25.00 for adults. To become a member and RSVP for the opening reception, please visit www.wentworthlear.org or call (603) 436-4406.
While on display at the Wentworth Lear Historic Houses, the seven panel exhibit will be augmented with demonstrations, historical artifacts and appearances by role players. The exhibition was produced by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in conjunction with the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History and was made possible by a generous grant from the F.M. Kirby Foundation. Wentworth Lear Historic Houses exhibit sponsors include Mrs. Rogers M. Doering, Piscataqua Savings, the
"Tobias Lear served as George Washington's personal secretary and hosted the first President at his home in
The exhibition will be open to the public from April 26-June 1, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 5:00 pm (last tour leaves each day at 4:00 pm). Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for Seniors, and $5 for children (children under 5 are free) and includes access to the Wentworth Gardner and Tobias Lear houses as well as the historic warehouse. Groups interested in scheduling a visit should contact Stacey Fraser deHaan at 436-4406.
For information on the Exhibit Lecture Series, the "The Many Faces of George Washington" exhibition or the Wentworth Lear Historic Houses, visit www.wentworthlear.org.
About the Wentworth Lear Historic Houses
Located in the South End neighborhood of