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Washington’s Farewell Address– In-person lecture

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Adults
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George Washington's Farewell Address is a letter written by first President of the United States, George Washington, to "friends and fellow citizens" near the end of the second term of his presidency, before retiring.  Join presenter Saul Silas Fathi for a fascinating look at what is considered to be one of the most important documents in American history and the political and historical context in which it was written.