The Founding Fathers: What Were They Thinking?

Presenter: Richard Hesse

In 1787 delegates gathered in Philadelphia to address a wide variety of crises facing the young United States of America and produced a charter for a new government. In modern times, competing political and legal claims are frequently based on what those delegates intended. Mythology about the founders and their work at the 1787 Convention has obscured both fact and legitimate analysis of the events leading to the agreement called the Constitution. Richard Hesse explores the cast of characters called "founders," the problems they faced, and the solutions they fashioned.

 

Join us as we celebrate 50 years of bringing the humanities to your community!

In 1787 delegates gathered in Philadelphia to address a wide variety of crises facing the young United States of America and produced a charter for a new government. In modern times, competing political and legal claims are frequently based on what those delegates intended. Mythology about the founders and their work at the 1787 Convention has obscured both fact and legitimate analysis of the events leading to the agreement called the Constitution. Richard Hesse explores the cast of characters called "founders," the problems they faced, and the solutions they fashioned. This program is available as an in-person or online presentation. 

Event Details

When:

Wednesday, November 2, 2022 10:00am

Where:

Marion Gerrish Community Center
39 West Broadway
Derry NH 03038

Hosted By:

Amoskeag Mills Questers

Contact Info:

Meredith Hatch
603-260-8642