250 at Old York: The Rising Tide of Revolution
Saturday, August 29, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sayward-Wheeler House, 9 Barrell Lane Ext, York, ME
Old York Historical Society, 3 Lindsay Rd, York, ME
Historic New England and Old York Historical Society present 250 at Old York: The Rising Tide of Revolution. This new tour highlights York's Loyalist and rebel politics on the eve of the American Revolution, as well as its economic ties to England. This two-part program starts with a tour of Jonathan Sayward’s home, the Sayward-Wheeler House. The tour includes stories of Sayward, York’s best-known Loyalist, and two men he enslaved, Prince and Cato, who sought freedom by joining the Continental Army. Following the house tour, participants will take a break for lunch before meeting at Old York Historical Society’s Museum Center for a walking tour of the village. The tour will include a stop at Sayward’s gravesite in the Old Burial Ground. Guests will also visit The Best of York exhibition in the Remick Gallery, featuring objects that belonged to Sayward and his family.
Historic New England or Old York Historical Society Member $30; Nonmember $40. Log in or Join now to have your discount applied at checkout.
Lunch is not included with the tour.
Please call (207) 384-2454 for more information.
Rain or Shine.
Advance registration required.
Accessibility Considerations: The terrain is uneven in places, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
