Tuesday, December 16th at 7:30pm EST

Mike Teti presents: Secrets and Alliances: How the December 1775 Carpenters’ Hall Meetings Shaped Franco-American Relations.

The quiet meetings at Carpenters’ Hall in December 1775 marked the first spark of a partnership that would change history. From these secret beginnings, the Franco-American relationship grew through covert aid and careful diplomacy into a full alliance by 1778—one that ultimately brought the ships, soldiers, and strength needed to secure independence by 1781.  Please join Carpenters’ Hall docent Mike Teti as he brings to life the politics, personalities, and setting behind the secret December 1775 meetings—an overlooked turning point in the birth of the Franco-American alliance.  Mike is a lifelong enthusiast of early Philadelphia history and an active volunteer, tour guide, and speaker in the region. He serves with organizations such as the Independence Historical Trust, Carpenters’ Hall, Historic Gloria Dei Preservation, Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides, and the American Friends of Lafayette. Mike has led educational tours, organized historical events, and contributed to preservation projects, sharing his knowledge of Philadelphia’s founding era with diverse audiences. His work reflects a deep commitment to preserving and promoting the city’s rich historical heritage. 

The Zoom link is here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81492719735