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DAR Headquarters, including the DAR Museum and DAR Library, will be closed to the public on Saturday, June 13 
due to street closures and access restrictions connected with an area event. Additionally, street traffic and parking 
in the area will be significantly restricted in the days leading up to and following the weekend events.

Florida in the American Revolution with Dr. Judith Bense: Festival for America's 250th 1776-2026

Event Date/Time
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State
Florida
Event Location
Boca Raton - Florida Atlantic University: 5th Floor, Wimberly Library
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Description
Florida was a battlefront in the American Revolutionary War when Spain, a U.S. ally, invaded Britain’s loyal “fourteenth colony.” Dr. Judith Bense shares this forgotten story with historical and archaeological expertise. Recipient of multiple lifetime achievement awards. Presented by the Department of History and Florida Atlantic Libraries, sponsored by FAU’s Study of the Americas Initiative, and co-sponsored by the Department of Anthropology. Reception and book signing to follow! Stay a little longer and immerse yourself in the exhibition, American Revolution: Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. from the Marvin & Sybil Weiner Spirit of America Collection!

In conjunction with Seminole Chapter, NSDAR, please join us for an engaging presentation on Florida's role as the "Fourteenth" colony.

Registration Required for free admission (link below), please save your seat!

4 pm, Thursday, February 19 @ 5th Floor, Wimberly Library
Event External URL
https://library.fau.edu/special-collections/lecture-and-qa-florida-american-rev…