This year is America 250—the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The Whitewater Historical Society is starting the year with a program about the Revolutionary War era and the early history of our country. Noted presenter and interpreter Jessica Michna will be bringing Abigail Adams to life in a program on Sunday, February 1 at 1:00 p.m. in the Cravath Lakefront Community Building.

The program is entitled “Abigail Adams – ‘A Lifeline of Letters’” and looks back to the days of Abigail and John Adams’ early marriage. Referring to the many letters written between them, Abigail recalls the days of revolution and uncertainty. She reminisces about friendships forged in France and England as a diplomat’s wife, the divisive election of 1800, and her management of the family farm. She also brings to life the early days of Washington, D. C. as seen from the windows of an unfinished White House.

Michna’s interpretations of historical women are not to be missed as she has gotten “rave” reviews for her presentations. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call Carol Cartwright at 920-723-8858.