The Pursuit of Happiness: How Classical Writers on Virtue Inspired the Lives of the Founders and Defined America(Historical Discussion/Lecture)

The Declaration of Independence identified “the pursuit of happiness” as one of our unalienable rights, along with life and liberty. Jeffrey Rosen, the president of the National Constitution Center, profiles six of the most influential founders—Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton—to show what pursuing happiness meant in their lives.

Pre-show book sales + signing: 5:00-5:50
Lecture + Q&A: 6:00-7:15
Post-Show Book Signing: 7:15-7:45

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