Roger Sherman
A key figure in America's Revolutionary Story
Imagine stepping back to 18th-century America, where the fight for freedom was just beginning. When you think of America’s Founding Fathers, names like Washington, Jefferson, and Franklin probably come to mind. But maybe you have heard of Roger Sherman?
The Sherman Historical Society in Sherman, CT, is excited to offer a free exhibit all about Roger Sherman! This is a fantastic chance to dive into the life and contributions of one of America's Founding Fathers. The educational and entertaining exhibit celebrates not only Roger Sherman, the town’s namesake, but also the 250th anniversary of the United States. With 20 engaging learning stations and a handy 40-page companion exhibit guide, you’re in for a treat!
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Joining this exhibit is a wonderful way to enhance your understanding of how the United States was formed and the pivotal role Roger Sherman played in shaping our founding principles, including the Declaration of Independence and the current U.S. Constitution.
The Sherman Historical Society’s house museum, called the Northrop House, will be open on five Saturdays, from June 13th to July 11th, from Noon to 4 PM. We would love for you to visit! Please plan 30 to 40 minutes for your visit.
Location: Sherman Historical Society, Sherman, CT, at The Northrop House Museum, 10 CT-37 Center Sherman, CT 06784
Time & Dates: Saturdays: June 13, 20, 27, and July 4 and July 11 — From Noon until 4 P.M.
Each weekend will also host guest performances in the Roger Sherman Shoemakers Shop.
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Contact the Sherman Historical Society
> Email: office@shermanhistoricalsociety.org
> Website: https://www.shermanhistoricalsociety.org
> Telephone contact: 860-354-3083 – leave a message
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The Town of Sherman, CT, was named in honor of Roger Sherman, nine years after his death.
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The Sherman Historical Society's 1820s Northrop House is pictured and hosts the exhibit
Attend the free Sherman Historical Society event in June and early July and prepare to be impressed—this guy was the ultimate patriot of his time! This Renaissance man was not just a political genius; he was also a formidable businessperson, a fierce advocate for fair representation, and a humanitarian. He wasn’t flashy like some of his contemporaries. He wore simple clothes and spoke plainly, but his ideas embodied the spirit of innovation and unity, creating a national architecture of freedom.
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Roger Sherman was a brilliant lawyer, a savvy politician, and an ingenious thinker whose ideas helped stitch together the fragile fabric of a new country. Talking about him sparks conversations and ignites interest in the founding principles of our nation, proving that with the right narrative, history can be as thrilling as any blockbuster! He helped create the first new state in the nation, Vermont, and two of his descendants became governors of Connecticut and a U.S. Attorney General. He worked directly with George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and Ben Franklin, among others.
Plan to attend the Sherman Historical Society exhibit this June and July, where the legacy and history of Roger Sherman are rediscovered. Roger Sherman stands tall as an electrifying icon of American history—a pioneering force that reminds us that great leadership doesn’t always mean the loudest voice but the one willing to unite and build together.
Contact
> Email: office@shermanhistoricalsociety.org
> Website: https://www.shermanhistoricalsociety.org
> Telephone contact: 860-354-3083 – leave a message
