Lorenzo Cultural Center

04/30/2026

Don’t miss your last chance to experience Chasing Liberty before it closes after May 2 🇺🇸

Explore how the pursuit of freedom has shaped American life—past and present—and take part in the final programs happening this week. From thought-provoking talks to a family-friendly film, there’s still time to be part of the conversation.

Make your plans now—this free exhibit will be gone after May 2! Explore remaining events: https://ow.ly/1K3F50YSZ0M

Upcoming Events

04/28/2026

🇺🇸 🎬 Bring the whole family for a fun and educational afternoon!

This is your last chance to join us on Saturday, May 2 at 1:00 PM for a Liberty Kids Movie Screening—part of our Chasing Liberty series. Follow three young reporters as they experience key moments of the American Revolution in this engaging animated series.

We’ll be showing “Yorktown” and “We the People”, bringing history to life in a way that’s entertaining for all ages!

🎟 Free event (registration recommended): https://ow.ly/WiXg50YRkAQ

Perfect for kids, families, and anyone looking to experience history in a fun new way.

04/27/2026

⏰ Final Week! Don’t miss Chasing Liberty!

Time is running out to experience Chasing Liberty before it closes after May 2. This powerful exhibit explores how the pursuit of freedom has shaped American life—past and present—and invites you to reflect on what liberty means today.

Make the most of the final days with special programs this week, including:
• When the Declaration of Independence Was News (April 28)
• Whose Revolution Was It? And Whose Is It Today? (May 1)
• “The Disagreeable Situation”: Prisoners in the Revolutionary War (May 2)
• Liberty’s Kids Movie Screening (May 2)

Don’t wait—come experience it before it’s gone: https://www.lorenzoculturalcenter.com/events/

04/25/2026

What was life like for prisoners during the American Revolution?

Join us on Saturday, May 2 at 11:00 AM for “The Disagreeable Situation”: Prisoners in the Revolutionary War, presented by Susan Long. This fascinating discussion explores the experiences of both American and British prisoners, along with the military traditions that shaped how they were treated.

Learn about notable figures like John André, Ethan Allen and Charles Lee and gain a deeper understanding of this often-overlooked side of the Revolutionary War.

Register for free here: https://ow.ly/vLl150YPuma

Help us prepare by preregistering today for this free community event. Your early registration ensures we can plan a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone.

04/24/2026

Whose Revolution was it—and whose is it today?

Join us on Friday, May 1 at 11:00 AM for a powerful presentation that reexamines the American Revolution beyond a simple two-sided story. From colonists divided by loyalty to the experiences of Indigenous people and free and enslaved Black communities, this discussion explores how the Revolution impacted different groups across North America—including Michigan.

Discover how this complex history continues to shape what the Revolution means today—and who gets to define it. Register for free here: https://ow.ly/eQJ750YPukz

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04/23/2026

What was it like when the Declaration of Independence was breaking news?

Join us on Tuesday, April 28 at 11:00 AM for Declaration of Independence Was News, featuring Dr. Sneff. This fascinating presentation explores how the Declaration was printed, shared and received in 1776—and how people reacted in real time to the birth of a nation.

Be part of the America 250 conversation and experience history from a whole new perspective. Register for free now: https://ow.ly/vgyf50YOGQU

04/22/2026

Celebrate America’s story through music! 🎶

Step into the sounds of history on Saturday, April 25 at 1:00 PM with Bridging American Wars in Music. From the Revolutionary War to the Civil War, this one-of-a-kind performance brings the spirit of early America to life through powerful music played on authentic antique instruments!

Featuring the Dodworth Saxhorn Band, you’ll experience the music, energy and storytelling that shaped a nation.

Be part of the America 250 celebration and hear history like never before! Reserve your spot now: https://ow.ly/tM2t50YOcGv

04/16/2026

Take a deeper look at one of the most powerful documents in American history on Saturday, April 18 at 11:00 AM with The 27th Grievance 📜

Often called the greatest breakup letter ever written, the Declaration of Independence includes language that has shaped perceptions of Indigenous people for generations. This engaging discussion unpacks the meaning behind the “27th grievance,” revealing a more complex story about the nation’s founding and the motivations of its authors.

Discover how these words influenced the course of U.S. history—and what they still mean today. Register for free here: https://ow.ly/Ic9b50YKu3n

04/14/2026

Explore the personal cost of the American Revolution on Friday, April 17 at 11:00 AM with The Cost of Liberty: A Woman & Her Family.

This powerful discussion follows the Spurgin family of North Carolina, where William remained loyal to the British Crown while his wife, Jane, supported the Patriot cause. As war divided the nation, it also divided their family—leaving Jane to navigate loss, resilience and a new understanding of her rights and identity.

A compelling look at how the fight for independence impacted everyday lives.

Register for free now: https://ow.ly/zW2Y50YIrzv

04/13/2026

Step into a lesser-known side of the American Revolution on Thursday April 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM with The Painter’s Fire: Forgotten Artists.

Explore how art and activism shaped revolutionary ideals through the intertwined lives of Robert Edge Pine, Prince Demah and Patience Wright. These bold artists challenged the British monarchy using creativity, courage and even espionage—risking everything in the fight for independence.

A fascinating look at history you won’t want to miss. Register for free now: https://ow.ly/fYbC50YIrsF

Help us prepare by preregistering today for this free community event. Your early registration ensures we can plan a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone.

04/12/2026

Discover a powerful piece of history on April 15 at 1:00 PM with Discovering the Frank Brothers in Revolutionary America.

Based on the book Revolutionary Blacks: Discovering the Frank Brothers, Freeborn Men of Color, Soldiers & Independence, Dr. Green shares the compelling story of two ancestors who fought in the Revolutionary War and their experiences during a pivotal time in American history.

An inspiring and educational presentation you won’t want to miss. Register for free now: https://ow.ly/X9pq50YHhIj

04/04/2026

Discover the untold stories of the American Revolution 👩‍🎓

Join us on April 11 at 11:00 AM for “It Was I Who Did It”: Women’s Roles in the American Revolution presented by historian Carol Berkin.

Explore how women shaped history in the 1760s and throughout the Revolution—and how the fight for independence impacted their lives.

📖 A powerful and eye-opening presentation you won’t want to miss! Preregister now: https://ow.ly/4lM050YCBeB