# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 1776: Revolution of Conscience
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 29 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon, 29 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: While the Continental Congress was signing the Declaration of Independence, a silent, radical, and often heartbreaking revolution of conscience was fracturing Moorestown.

Join us at the library for a 45-minute revolutionary journey. We’ll explore:

* The 1776 Loophole: How women and Black residents voted in NJ over a century before the rest of the nation.

* The Smith Brothers: The Quaker delegate who walked away from the Continental Congress.

* Fractured Families: Local names like the Hollinsheads and Cowperthwaites torn between faith and the call to arms.

* The Exiles: The untold story of Moorestown families forced into exile in Canada.

History isn’t just in books; it’s in our soil. Come discover the Moorestown you never knew.

*Note: This event (2026 Freedom Lecture) is sponsored by the Moorestown Fourth of July Committee 

? Monday, June 29, 2026 ? 7:00pm - 8:00pm ? Moorestown Library Register at: 
https://events.moorestownlibrary.org/event/16728596


About the Speaker

Gary Ell: A Master Storyteller Shaping History Through Lens and Word

“Those who tell the stories rule the world.” — Hopi Proverb

Gary Ell is an internationally published photojournalist, investigative journalist, and communications executive whose career spans over 25 years of leadership across the government, defense, and civic sectors. An aircrew-certified military photojournalist, he has been on the front lines of modern history—from chronicling the B-2 Stealth Bomber program to capturing critical aerial reconnaissance of Ground Zero for FEMA during the 9/11 response. His multimedia storytelling encompasses global military operations, aerospace communications, and major political turning points, including serving as a university professor and private industry consultant.

Today, Gary channels his investigative and storytelling expertise into historical preservation and civic engagement. He serves on the Board of Trustees for the Historical Society of Moorestown, acts as a leader for the town's 250th initiative, and has served on the board of First Amendment Voice.

As a direct descendant of the founding families who established the West Jersey Colony and settled Moorestown, Gary’s passion for local history is deeply personal. By unearthing the complex, overlooked narratives of the region's past, he works to curate exhibitions and trails that keep our collective heritage alive.


#MoorestownHistory #1776 #TheRevolutionOfConscience #SouthJerseyQuakers #LocalHistory #GaryEll #MoorestownLibraryEvents
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/moorestown/1776-revolution-of-conscience/200030299167027
- **Event Categories**: exhibitions, storytelling, trips-adventures, fourth-of-july
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 41

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Moorestown
- **state**: NJ
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Moorestown Library
- **lat**: 39.966900122251
- **long**: -74.943099975586
- **full address**: Moorestown Library, 111 W 2nd Street,Moorestown, New Jersey, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 1776: Revolution of Conscience being held?
  - **A:** 1776: Revolution of Conscience takes place on Mon, 29 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Mon, 29 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Moorestown Library, 111 W 2nd Street,Moorestown, New Jersey, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 1776: Revolution of Conscience?
  - **A:** 1776: Revolution of Conscience is organized by Historical Society of Moorestown.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 1776: Revolution of Conscience is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Moorestown, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 1776: Revolution of Conscience sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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