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America 250: Voices of 1776 - The Diverse Faces Behind America’s Founding (Adults)

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Valerie Gugala shares the stories of the hidden figures whose voices helped define our nation's liberty.

The fight for American independence involved more people than the handful of famous Founding Fathers we all know. This talk by Valerie Gugala brings to light the stories of women, enslaved and free African Americans, Native peoples, and immigrants whose contributions shaped the Revolution and the new nation. From Phillis Wheatley’s poetry to Deborah Sampson’s bravery in disguise, from the strategies of Native leaders to the labor of ordinary farmers and artisans, “Voices of 1776” uncovers the hidden figures whose voices helped define liberty. You will leave with a deeper understanding of our country’s founding!

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