Lafayette Bicentennial and Founders Day. Multiple dates in May and June, culminating Friday-Saturday, June 13 and 14, 2025.
Fifty years after first arriving to serve with the Continental Army, General Lafayette stopped overnight in Worthington, Massachusetts, while on his 1825 goodwill visit to all twenty-four states. As the “Nation’s Guest” the General was welcomed with affection and gratitude and his tour was of immense importance to the young United States. His visit highlighted the achievements of the Revolution and provided a contemporary window into the country’s progress.
Worthington’s 200th Anniversary Celebration of General Lafayette is an opportunity to explore Lafayette’s achievements and influence, as well as our town’s development over its 257 years. A variety of events are planned throughout the spring culminating in Lafayette’s Grand Ball on June 13th and our annual Founders Day Celebration on June 14th.
For more information please follow these links:
Middle and High School Essay Contest
Middle School Rules for Essay Contest
High School Rules for Essay Contest
Worthington Reads (Books and discussion on Lafayette), June 1
Lafayette Historic Talk, June 5
Revolutionary War Cemetery Tour, June 7
Lafayette’s Grand Ball, June 13
For history-related events in Western Massachusetts, also check the events calendar of the Pioneer Valley History Network.