Art Talk: Neoclassicism in Revolutionary America

Program Type:

Event

Age Group:

Adults
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 9:30am.
  • A library card is required to register for this event.

Event Details

Join art historian, Jay Schuck, as he examines how the ideals of Ancient Greece and Rome shaped the visual culture of Revolutionary America. Explore how Neoclassicism reflects Enlightenment values, political identity, and the young nation's desire to align itself with the classical past. From civic buildings to portraiture, discover how artists used classical forms to define the new American image.