Rebels of the Revolution is a series of presentations about local heroes whom were crucial in our country’s fight for freedom. Join the America Museum for this month’s event as they feature Colonels Eliphalet and Jedediah Elderkin and their wives.
Guest speakers Lynn Hinckley and Ida Ransom from the Anne Wood Elderkin Chapter NDR (National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution) will discuss their strengths, challenges, and accomplishments. Colonel Dyer and his 4th grandson will also be there to share stories of their travels and experiences while representing the colony.
This program is presented in partnership with Museum historian Bev York and is sponsored by the Partnership for the Arts, Culture, History and Tourism.
To learn more about the America Museum’s programs, go to https://www.americamuseum.org.
— Admission – Free; donations encouraged.
— Location – America Museum, 47 Crescent St, Willimantic, CT 06226
— Contact Information – Phone – 860-423-6389 | Email – diane@windhamchamber.com
— Website/RSVPs – https://www.americamuseum.org/event-details/rebels-of-the-american-revolution-colonel-eliphalet-colonel-jedediah-elderkin
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