Programs

Join us for a special screening of Lafayette: A Hero’s Return, a new documentary from WCNY that explores the Marquis de Lafayette’s enduring legacy in both New York and American history. It traces his deep-rooted commitments to freedom, self-governance, and commerce, and examines the significance of his 1824–25 tour through the lens of a divided post-war nation, drawing powerful parallels to the present day. 

At the heart of the story is Lafayette’s grand farewell tour of 1824–1825, when, at Congress’s invitation, he traveled through all 24 states of the young republic. His journey culminated with poignant visits to Buffalo, Rochester, Auburn, Albany, and Syracuse, before heading to Boston to lay the cornerstone of the Bunker Hill Monument. 

Don't miss this opportunity to explore a defining chapter in our shared history—and the enduring power of one man's vision for liberty and unity.