Succession: Why Presidential History Matters Now
Dates
From 06/15/2023 to 11/26/2023
Description
As the United States enters another contentious and consequential presidential election cycle, we explore fundamental questions about the history and future of the highest office in the land. Drawing on the collection of David Rosenbach Sackey, grand-nephew of Philip and Dr. A.S.W. Rosenbach, as well as the Rosenbach’s vast and remarkable collection of rare books, manuscripts, and artworks related to the American presidency, Succession will change the way you think about the roles and responsibilities of the executive office. Access to Succession is included with admission
Related Programs, Course, and Tours
Civil War: Voices from America’s Darkest Conflict Behind the Bookcase tour on October 5
First Family: George Washington’s Heirs and the Making of America with Cassandra Good beginning on October 5
Mysteries of the Presidency: Puzzles of the Federalist Papers and the Constitution: a seminar with Kermit Roosevelt on October 7
The Rosenbach Presents Alexander Prud’homme, Author of Dinner with the President on October 11
Uncle Tom’s Cabin and African American Abolitionists with Edward Whitley beginning on October 25
The Rosenbach Presents Nathan Raab, Author of The Hunt for History on October 26
American Prometheus: Benjamin Franklin and the Philadelphia Enlightenment Behind the Bookcase tour on November 5
Phillis Wheatley with Kirsten Lee on November 9
Sponsors
Renée Sackey in honor of her late husband David Rosenbach Sackey
