George Washington Symposium

Spend the day immersed in the world of George Washington and the Revolutionary era at our annual George Washington Symposium on February 7, held in the historic Dey Mansion, once used as General Washington’s Headquarters during the war.

Join us for a full day of engaging lectures and presentations exploring the Revolutionary War, Washington’s leadership, military life, daily experiences of the era, and the people and places that shaped America’s fight for independence. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, educator, student, or simply curious about the past, this symposium offers a rich opportunity to learn from knowledgeable speakers in an unforgettable historic setting.

Tickets are $15.00 per person and include lunch. Call 973-706-6640 or email deymansion@passaiccountynj.org to reserve your spot.

Schedule

10:00am: WELCOME
Kelly C. Ruffel, Director, Passaic County Cultural & Historic Affairs

10:15am: I KNEW GEORGE WASHINGTON
Jeffrey E. Finegan Sr., Author

10:45am: MIDDLEBROOK: EVER HEAR OF IT?
Linda Barth, Executive Director, League of Historical Societies of New Jersey

11:15am: TENCH TILGHMAN: PATRIOT FROM A LOYALIST FAMILY
Tom Dempsey, Volunteer & Researcher at Dey Mansion Washington’s HQ

11:45am: AMERICA 250 – GEORGE WASHINGTON AT 150
Emily Bohn, Educator, Booton High School

12:30pm: LUNCH
Lunch provided for all attendees.

1:15pm: PATRIOTS OF A DIFFERENT NAME: THE NEW JERSEY VOLUNTEERS
Andrew Dauphinee, New Jersey State Library, Jerseyana Librarian

1:45pm: THE CRIME OF LOYALTY: THE ACTS OF THE NEW JERSEY LEGISLATURE AND THEIR APPLICATION TO THE LOYALIST VOUGHT FAMILY
David Overaker, President, The 1759 Vought House

2:15pm: CLOSING REMARKS
Vivian Davis, Program Specialist, Passaic County Cultural & Historic Affairs