# Event Details

- **Event Name**: America's 250th: Unraveling the Revolutionary Journey of William Rotch Sr.
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 06 Jan, 2026 at 04:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us in the RJD parlors as Dr. Sarah Crabtree gives an illustrated talk addressing themes in her book: Quaker, Whaler, Traitor, Spy! The Trials of William Rotch. William Rotch Sr. is a significant figure in New Bedford history and the father of the RJD’s namesake. Dr. Crabtree demonstrates a singular and invaluable knowledge on his life and contributions to the area. This program is a part of the museum’s 250th events and related exhibition of the graphic novel, which is currently on display at the RJD. 

Sarah Crabtree is a Professor of History at San Francisco State University. Quaker, Whaler, Traitor, Spy! (PSUP, March 2026) is her second book. She is also the author of several journal articles and the recipient of several fellowships. 

Free.

About Quaker, Whaler, Traitor, Spy! The Trials of William Rotch:
Accused of treason four times by three governments in two revolutionary decades (1775 – 1795), William Rotch suffered from the “with-us-or-against-us” political landscape of the late eighteenth century. A Quaker, he opposed wars for independence and empire. Yet he downplayed and even withheld key details from his story, a second narrative that began with the Boston Tea Party, stretched across the world, and made him one of the wealthiest men in America.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-bedford/americas-250th-unraveling-the-revolutionary-journey-of-william-rotch-sr/200029319177317
- **Event Categories**: exhibitions, art, literary-art, parties, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 21

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: New Bedford
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 396 County St, New Bedford, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02740
- **lat**: 41.63044
- **long**: -70.92848
- **full address**: 396 County St, New Bedford, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02740

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is America's 250th: Unraveling the Revolutionary Journey of William Rotch Sr. being held?
  - **A:** America's 250th: Unraveling the Revolutionary Journey of William Rotch Sr. takes place on Tue, 06 Jan, 2026 at 04:30 pm to Tue, 06 Jan, 2026 at 04:30 pm at 396 County St, New Bedford, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02740.
- **Q**: Who is organizing America's 250th: Unraveling the Revolutionary Journey of William Rotch Sr.?
  - **A:** America's 250th: Unraveling the Revolutionary Journey of William Rotch Sr. is organized by The Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** America's 250th: Unraveling the Revolutionary Journey of William Rotch Sr. 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 New Bedford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If America's 250th: Unraveling the Revolutionary Journey of William Rotch Sr. sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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