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Noah Webster: the Rise of Partisan Politics in a Divided America

Join us at the Watertown Library on Wednesday, July 13, 2025 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm for Noah Webster: the Rise of Partisan Politics in a Divided America - a special presentation from the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society’s “America 250” commemoration.

After many months spent as a forceful advocate on behalf of the new Federal Constitution, Noah Webster planned to leave his teaching and political work in Philadelphia to return to Connecticut, however, a quiet, private life was not yet possible as Webster worried that political “factions,” or “parties,” would naturally contest each other for political power and control of national policies.

This presentation is the second of a two-part lecture series from The Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society.

America 250 is a nonpartisan initiative working to engage every American in commemorating the 250th anniversary of our country. This multi-year effort, from now through July 4, 2026, is an opportunity to pause and reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look ahead toward the future we want to create for the next generation and beyond.

Registration is suggested.

Please contact the library at 860-945-5360 or email Reference@watertownlibrary.org to register.

When

Wednesday, July 13, 2025 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm

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Where

Watertown Library - 470 Main Street, Watertown CT 06795 (Map / Directions)

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Age Group

Adults

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Registration

Contact the library at 860-945-5360 or email us at Reference@watertownlibrary.org

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