Write a commentLearn more about prominent 19th century politician William Henry Seward at a free presentation of “My Principles Are Too Liberal for My Party: The Gubernational Career of William Seward.”
The event takes place at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 18 at the Schroeppel Historical Society, 486 Main St., Phoenix.
The presentation will be led by Dr. Jeff Ludwig, director of education for the Seward House Museum in Auburn. Ludwig will discuss Seward’s beginnings in law and politics, how his career in New York State foreshadowed his national ambitions and priorities, as well as his values and accomplishments as governor of New York.
According to the Seward House Museum, Seward was a New York State Senator, New York State Governor, a United States Senator, U.S. Secretary of State in the Lincoln and Johnson administrations, and Republican presidential candidate in 1860. He is credited as the driving force of the United States’ purchase of Alaska in 1867, which was given the moniker “Seward’s Folly.”
The event is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be provided, courtesy of the Schroeppel Historical Society. Donations are greatly appreciated.
For more information, visit the Friends of Schroeppel Historical Society Facebook page.
