To Be an American: Noah Webster’s 'Sketches of American Policy' (NWL)

In 1785, Noah Webster published “Sketches of American Policy”, a four-part essay that outlined his vision for a strong federal government, and a call to replace the weak Articles of Confederation, the nation’s first framework for a new government that was formally ratified in 1781. Webster’s “Sketches” was read by many of the primary architects of the United States Constitution, and it preceded the publication of the Federalist papers by two and a half years.

Craig Hotchkiss of Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society will delve into the life and career of Noah Webster as essential to the founding of the American Republic, and will examine what Noah Webster and his extraordinary generation of American Revolutionary leaders overcame to construct and launch this metaphorical vessel known as the “United” States.  Its unprecedented design, diverse crew of citizens and uncertain course through an often-turbulent sea of rival nations and hostile peoples was a grand experiment like none other before it.

Registration required. Registration opens one month before the program at 7:00pm. 

This event is a part of our America250 celebration, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of the country.