National Treasure: How the Declaration of Independence Made America Talk & Reception

Overview

As we continue to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, we are pleased to welcome Dr. Michael Auslin to discuss his newest book, “National Treasure: How the Declaration of Independence Made America.” This book tells the complete story of the Declaration of Independence—from its drafting by Thomas Jefferson to its enshrinement in the National Archives—charting the many lives of a document that was neglected, mistreated, and only gradually became a national relic, uniting vastly different generations through war and crisis around its defiant ideals.Dr. Auslin is an American historian, writer, and political analyst and currently serves as a distinguished research fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University.

The event is free but seating is limited, so please be sure to RSVP. You can RSVP at our website, bush41library, under Events. After the conversation with Dr. Auslin in Malek Theater, we will have a reception in the ConocoPhillips Rotunda. During the reception, copies of his book will be available for sale and signing.