America 250: Abigail Adams, America’s First Modern Woman, as Told by Her Husband John Adams
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary commemorating the American Revolution and the signing of our Declaration of Independence, the month of March – designated as National Women’s History Month – is a fitting time to celebrate Abigail Adams, a woman ahead of her time, as told by her husband John Adams, portrayed by George Baker. Please join the Wilton Library for this inspiring performance on Thursday, Mar. 12, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Since 2008, George Baker has portrayed the character of President John Adams in a one-man show throughout the country. He speaks with admiration, humor, and affection about his wife, Abigail, the “First Modern American Woman,” describing how she defied the sexist conventions of her time, that married women could not own property, yet, with her amazing financial skills and insights, made the Adams family prosperous. She helped John found the new nation, advised him in important political affairs, and raised their son, John Quincy Adams, to be prepared to ultimately become Ambassador to Great Britain, Secretary of State, and finally President of the United States. It is a story about their romance, challenges, trials, and accomplishments, which is the story of ordinary people living in extraordinary times.
George Baker:
George Baker has portrayed the character of President John Adams in a one-man show throughout the country at national conventions and venues like Mystic Seaport, the Presidential Libraries of Harry S Truman, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and George H. W. Bush, and the New York Historical Society, and was featured as John Adams on NPR‘s weekend program, Studio 360. George is a graduate of Columbia College and Columbia Law School, and practiced law in Connecticut from 1973-2024.
Registration is requested. Register online, or call (203) 762-6334.
Registration will close on March 12, 2026 at 5:00pm.
