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Beaufort Celebrates 200th Anniversary of Lafayette’s Visit

Parade celebrating Lafayette's 200th anniversary visit in Beaufort.

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News Summary

Beaufort is commemorating the 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette’s historic visit on March 18, 1825, with a series of celebratory events. The festivities include an art exhibit, a conversation event, and a parade featuring a 13-gun salute. The Historic Beaufort Foundation has organized extensive preparations for this bicentennial to honor Lafayette’s significant contributions to American history. Local dignitaries will deliver addresses, and attendees can expect a lively dance event to conclude the celebrations.

Beaufort Celebrates 200th Anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette’s Historic Visit

Beaufort is honoring the bicentennial of the Marquis de Lafayette‘s visit to the city on March 18, 1825, with a series of events leading up to the anniversary.

Historical Significance

Marie-Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, known as the Marquis de Lafayette, was a pivotal figure during the American Revolutionary War.

Joined the Continental Army at age 19.
Persuaded the French crown to support American independence.
Close friend of General George Washington.
Played a key role in the decisive siege of Yorktown in 1781.

Lafayette’s Farewell Tour

Returning to the U.S. in August 1824, Lafayette undertook a nationwide “Farewell Tour,” which included 24 states and ended in September 1825.

He celebrated his 68th birthday at a banquet with President John Adams.
His visit to Beaufort was marked by a 13-gun salute from local artillery.
He was welcomed with receptions and a ball at the Verdier House.

Bicentennial Celebration Details

Events commemorating Lafayette’s visit began last week and will run through March 18. The highlight will be a re-creation of his arrival.

Event Highlights:
- Art exhibit, “In the Footsteps of Lafayette,” at the John Mark Verdier House.
- Month-long Lafayette Traveling Display.
- Conversation event, “How Liberty Found a Country,” on March 17.
- March 18 parade with a 13-musket and cannon salute.
- Welcome address by local dignitaries at the Verdier House.
- Concluding dance event, “Dancing with Lafayette.”

City Preparations

Significant planning has gone into the celebration, with the Historic Beaufort Foundation (HBF) organizing the events over the past eight months.

A historical marker will be placed at the Verdier House as part of The Lafayette Trail.
Special parking and road closures will occur on March 18 for the parade and festivities.

Beaufort Mayor Phil Cromer expressed the importance of Lafayette’s visit as a momentous historical event for both the city and the nation.