America 250, The Declaration of Independence, and the Founding of America

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Richard G. Lugar Speaker Series

America 250: The Declaration of Independence and the Founding of America

Tuesday, Oct. 27, 6:30 p.m.
Evans Center Lecture Hall
Pre-reception begins at 5:00 p.m. in the Evans Center Lobby.

About the event

In honor of America's 250th Anniversary, Dr. Sneff and Robert Vane will discuss:

• The founding of the United States of America
• The lasting importance of the Declaration of Independence
• Stories of the sole Catholic signer of the Declaration of Independence
• America's Revolutionary era

Speaker: Dr. Emily Sneff

Early American historian and leading expert on the Declaration of Independence

• Ph.D. in history from William & Mary
• Author of When the Declaration of Independence Was News
• Consulting curator for exhibitions marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration at the Museum of the American Revolution and Historic Trappe

More information

marian.edu/lugarseries

The Richard G. Lugar Series is powered by the Penny and Jock Fortune Institute for Civic Leadership and Capitalism. At Marian University, the Fortune Scholars Program is empowering young leaders to build a thriving society through civic engagement.

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