Lafayette bicentennial

Immerse yourself surrounded by history at the Masonic Lodge where special items will be on display such as Lafayette’s Masonic Apron and the jewel that Gen. Nathanael Greene presented to the Marquis for his uniform. • The guest of the Nation: General Lafayette as portrayed by Mark Schneider will offer a historic greeting, lively conversation, and photo opportunities. (He has also been known to dance with the guests!) • Wine AND Dine: Enjoy a magnifique French meal including Boeuf Bourguignon, Coq Au Vin, Ratatouille and more! Williamsburg Winery’s Limited Edition Lafayette wine will be available to indulge and raise your glasses to Lafayette! • Party with our guests of honor, two generations of Lafayette descendants! Virginie Bureaux de Busy-Dumottier de Lafayette and Héloïse and Adélaïde Barbier-Dumottier de Lafayette. • Dance like (and with) Lafayette: La Capricieuse will provide French folk and dance music to immerse you in the time period. (instruction for the dance steps will be provided ahead of the dances) • Period clothing is encouraged (or business or cocktail attire). Music & Dancing will be provided by La Capricieuse: playing French folk and dance music. Instruction for the dance steps will be provided before the dances. The historic and majestic Masonic lodge will be open for visitors. Special items on display will include Lafayette’s masonic apron and the jewel Gen. Nathanael Greene presented to the Marquis for his uniform. The social hour begins at 6pm, dinner at 7pm followed by music, dancing and entertainment from 8pm to 10pm. It all happens at the Masonic Grand Lodge of Rhode Island, 222 Taunton Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914.

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