Farmington Historical presents: Abigail Adams: A Lifetime of Letters

2026 will be a special year for all Americans—the 250th anniversary of the founding of our country. What better way to celebrate than to hear from the wife of one president and the mother of another: First Lady Abigail Adams. She was there 250 years ago when American patriots initiated a revolution against the British Empire under the threat that failure would result in death and dishonor.
In Abigail Adams: A Lifeline of Letters, John Adams has lost the presidential race to Thomas Jefferson. John and Abigail have returned to their farm in Massachusetts. After forty years of marriage, Abigail looks back to the days of her early marriage as a young wife and mother. Referring to the many letters written between the Adams’, she recalls the days of revolution and uncertainty. She reminisces about the friendships forged in France and England as a diplomat’s wife. Mrs. Adams brings to life the early days of Washington, D.C., as seen from the windows of an unfinished White House. Note: This program has been expanded with new and relevant content for the upcoming anniversary year.
Impressionist Jessica Michna presents historical theatrical narratives depicting notable women of history in an entertaining, yet accurate manner.
This presentation will be held on March 14 at 1 p.m. at the Boltonville Fire House, 9336 Bolton Dr. Boltonville/Kewaskum. The program is free and open to the public.