Risking it all: The Signers of the Declaration of Independence

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Program Type:

General Interest

Age Group:

Adults
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  • Registration will close on July 9, 2025 @ 1:00pm.

Program Description

Event Details

In 1776, signing the Declaration of Independence was an act of treason against Great Britain. Who were these fifty-six men who risked it all? Historian Joyce Haworth shares their stories: who they were, what role they played, and what consequences they suffered after they signed.

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