Learn about Marquis de Lafayette’s final journey through North Carolina.
A Zoom teleconference scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 5, from 1-2: p.m., will cover Lafayette’s farewell tour in North Carolina.
2025 marks the bicentennial of the southern leg of Lafayette's farewell tour of the United States.
The commemorative festivities have begun and will continue into March.
Learn about this historical episode, Lafayette's popularity, upcoming celebrations in North Carolina, and relevant documents in the State Archives, including Lafayette's writings.
Speakers for this virtual roundtable include coordinators for events in northeastern North Carolina and Fayetteville and State Archives staff.
This program will also include a Q&A session. Register for the program at https://www.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_SZ3_f4fCRGGvDBn01QPO-w#/registration
About the State Archives
The State Archives serves as the custodian of North Carolina's historical records, preserving and providing public access to a wealth of archival materials. Through its diverse collections, educational programs, and exhibitions, the State Archives plays a crucial role in promoting an understanding and appreciation of North Carolina's rich historical legacy.
The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) manages, promotes, and enhances the things that people love about North Carolina – its diverse arts and culture, rich history, and spectacular natural areas. Through its programs, the department enhances education, stimulates economic development, improves public health, expands accessibility, and strengthens community resiliency.