# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Pen to Paper: The Civic Gospel of the Declaration of Independence 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us on Saturday, May 2, 2026, on Monticello’s iconic West Lawn for Pen to Paper: The Civic Gospel of the Declaration of Independence, an inspiring afternoon of conversation, music, and poetry that explores the language and legacy of one of the most influential documents in history.
 
Presented in partnership with the Virginia’s American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250), the program will bring together prominent voices from across American public life for an immersive exploration of the Declaration—its ideals, its contradictions, and its continuing call to civic engagement.
 
Highlights include:
🌟A shared reading of the Declaration of Independence
🌟Remarks from VA250 Honorary Chair Carly Fiorina
Musical performance by acclaimed Virginia musician Horace Scruggs
🌟A thought-provoking panel discussion featuring scholars, writers, and designers exploring the Declaration’s evolving meaning 250 years later

Join us after the program for a special performance of Howard Ginsberg’s stage play, Jefferson & Adams. The production features renowned historical interpreter Bill Barker as Thomas Jefferson; Sam Goodyear as John Adams; and Abigail Schumann as Abigail Adams.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/pen-to-paper-the-civic-gospel-of-the-declaration-of-independence/200029800893054
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, business, music, live-music, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 60

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Charlottesville
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1050 Monticello Loop, Charlottesville, VA, United States, Virginia 22902
- **lat**: 38.01011
- **long**: -78.44999
- **full address**: 1050 Monticello Loop, Charlottesville, VA, United States, Virginia 22902

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Pen to Paper: The Civic Gospel of the Declaration of Independence  being held?
  - **A:** Pen to Paper: The Civic Gospel of the Declaration of Independence  takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm at 1050 Monticello Loop, Charlottesville, VA, United States, Virginia 22902.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Pen to Paper: The Civic Gospel of the Declaration of Independence ?
  - **A:** Pen to Paper: The Civic Gospel of the Declaration of Independence  is organized by Thomas Jefferson's Monticello.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Thomas Jefferson's Monticello a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Thomas Jefferson's Monticello has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Pen to Paper: The Civic Gospel of the Declaration of Independence  is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Charlottesville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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