Andrew Jackson – Reconsidered

Traditionally, Andrew Jackson was seen as one of our greatest presidents. A bold, decisive leader who expanded civil rights to poor white males,  defeated the British at a key battle in the war of 1812, helped to open the frontier, and expanded the power of the presidency.  Jacksonian democracy became a phrase in the wake of his popular presidency and his image was placed on the $20 bill. A popular consensus grew that he was in the top tier of greatest presidents. (Talk about heroic – Charlton Heston even played him in a movie!)

Today, historians take a more critical view of Jackson. His actions led to a genocide among Native Americans, he was a racist, violent slave owner and did little to offer democracy to anyone beyond his supporters. Which view is more correct? You’ll have to attend this intriguing multimedia presentation to find out!

 Please note: registration is required for this event. Registration is available at the door.