Tuesday February 24th, 2025, at 7:30pm EST
Paul Spalding who authored the book; Lafayette: Prisoner of State, will discuss the five-year captivity of Lafayette, by a coalition of Austrian and Prussian forces during the French Revolution, including international efforts to win his release.
There will be time for you to discuss this important topic directly with Mr. Spalding.
Please find the Zoom link here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82646769221
March 11th, 2025, at 7:30pm EST
Dr. Iris de Rode will be interviewed by AFL Executive Director, Chuck Schwam. Dr. de Rode and he will discuss:
There will be plenty of time for audience questions as well.
Please find the Zoom link here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82494001497
Lafayette Day in Virginia
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Richmond, Virginia
-notice updated January 11, 2026
On February 24, 2015 the Virginia Assembly passed House Joint Resolution No. 797 “Designating March 14, in 2015 and in each succeeding year, as a Day of Honor for the Marquis de Lafayette in Virginia.”
We will gather once again, for the 12th time in Richmond, Virginia on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
Since Lafayette Day is a Saturday, we have decided to make this a "weekend" celebration. We are working on a fun event for Sunday morning as well (March 15, 2026.
Save these dates and if need be, book your hotel !!!
The working (tentative) itinerary for March 14th, is:
Thank you and vive Lafayette !!
Lafayette Day in Richmond, VA
French Luncheon at Merriweather’s Market
(919 E Main St., #2101, Richmond, VA 23219)
There will be three presentations during lunch…
1. Mark Schneider will portray Lafayette and discuss the Virginia Campaign which started on March 14th, 1781.
2. AFL President Alan Hoffman will present a lecture titled: Lafayette in the American Revolution 3. Author Ted Hart will present his book, Vineyards to Victory
$50.00 per person (slightly more than years past since Merriweather’s is opening on Saturday just for us).
RSVP required by March 6
Special Private Tour of Poe Museum
1914 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23223
Exploring the Relationship between Lafayette and Edgar Allan Poe
Join us for a special 90-minute guided tour, where history and literature intertwine. During this exclusive AFL experience, we’ll explore Edgar Allan Poe’s deep connections to Richmond and the fascinating relationship between Lafayette and Poe, revealing how their legacies intersect in surprising ways.
We have been given a special group tour price of only $10 per person!
Thursday, April 16th at 7:30pm EST
AN EVENING WITH MICHAEL HALBERT.
In September of 2025 we had two events where all three Lafayette interpreters attended: Ben Goldman, Michael Halbert and Mark Schneider. They gave insights regarding their work as interpreters and discussed the incredible job they did during the Bicentennial of Lafayette's Grand Tour. Now you can hear what they have to say as well as join in the discussion.
Please find the Zoom link here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84584744814
In September of 2025 AFL had two events where three Lafayette interpreters attended: Ben Goldman, Michael Halbert and Mark Schneider. They gave insights regarding their work as interpreters and discussed the incredible job they did during the Bicentennial of Lafayette's Grand Tour. Now you can hear what they have to say as well as join in the discussion!
Please find the Zoom link here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85952262589
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