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The celebration will take place on Wednesday, March 26th with five events sponsored by the committee and the Georgia AFL. Below is an overview of the events taking place.Lafayette Welcome and Opening Ceremony
9:00 AM-10: AM
📍 Grant Parade Field, Old Capitol Building – Georgia Military College
The community will welcome The Marquis de Lafayette, portrayed by Charles Wissinger, alongside Rick Joslyn as Governor Troup. Don't miss this special historic reenactment! 🇫🇷✨
We’re thrilled to welcome officers of the Georgia SAR & DAR in period attire, along with the French attaché from the Atlanta Consulate and local dignitaries.
📜 Highlights Include:
✅ Lafayette Day Proclamation by city & county officials
🎤 Speeches & Special Recognitions
🏆 Georgia Military College Contest Winner announced for pronouncing Lafayette’s full name in French!
(Coordinated by Dr. Jeff Wells & Joelle Trumbo)
🎩 Lafayette Honored at Benevolent Lodge #3 🇫🇷
📅 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM | Free & Open to the Public
Join us online as local Masons welcome the public, dignitaries, and Lafayette with a special ceremony at historic Benevolent Lodge #3, where he attended in 1825.
🔹 Honoring Lafayette’s Legacy & Masonic Ties
🔹 Recognition of His Service to the Nation & Humanity
🔹 Historic 1825 Chair on Display
(Coordinated by Tim Prosser)
🎉 Lafayette Honored at Nancy Hart DAR Luncheon 🇫🇷
📅 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM | Invitation-Only
The Georgia AFL, Baldwin County Lafayette Bicentennial Committee, and Nancy Hart DAR will host a luncheon at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church for invited guests and dignitaries. The event will feature a special program and a meal, with sponsorships generously secured by the Nancy Hart DAR.
(Coordinated by Maggie Shiver)
🎩 Grand Reception Honoring Lafayette 🇫🇷✨
📅 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Rose Hill Mansion, Lockerly Arboretum
Join us for an elegant evening celebrating Lafayette’s visit to Milledgeville/Baldwin County. Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, toasts, and a historic atmosphere.
🎟 Tickets available online. (keep checking lafayette200.org for updates)
(Coordinated by Dr. Jeff Wells & Jennifer Pollard)
TICKETS / REGISTER: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYdq239mVCedUHYgoVe1ECx_ffb1RO7KO-hWaM62WITFQ16g/viewform
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Old Capitol Building, 201 E Greene St, Milledgeville, GA 31061, United States
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