Programs at Dumbarton

How did friendships shape our Democracy? How has democracy shaped our understanding of friendship? Explore these questions and more with a panel discussion on the history of friendship in honor of Galentine’s Day. Dr. Cassandra Good and Dr. Janet Lindman will come together to share their research on friendships of all , ...

Last year, historians at Dumbarton House shared newly uncovered information about Grace Duckett, a woman who was enslaved on the property. As part of our continued commitment to learning more about the history of our site, our historians dedicated time this winter to take another deep dive into the archives and learn , ...