Virginia’s Presidents: A History & Guide — Talk and Book Signing

In celebration of Thomas Jefferson’s 280th birthday, join local author and historian Heather S. Cole for a talk about the Virginia-born presidents and the sites that shaped their lives.

More U.S. presidents were born in Virginia than in any other state in the Union. In celebration of Thomas Jefferson’s 280th birthday, join local author and historian Heather S. Cole for a talk about the Virginia-born presidents and the sites that shaped their lives. We will travel the state–from Staunton to Charles City and Wytheville to Winchester–to (virtually) visit the homes and historic sites that shaped the lives of eight U.S. presidents. Learn a bit about the presidents, take a peek inside their homes and plan your next history road trip.

Heather S. Cole is a Staunton resident and the author of a new book about the lives and homes of the eight Virginia-born presidents: Virginia’s Presidents: A History and Guide (The History Press, 2023).

Events sponsored by the Staunton Public Library are open to all and offered at no charge. The Library welcomes people of all abilities. Please alert us at least five business days in advance if there is a need for accommodation. For information or assistance, please call 540-332-3902 or email us at library@ci.staunton.va.us. For cancellation announcements, check our social media the day of the program or give us a call.