The Marquis de Lafayette (1757-1834) distinguished himself in military exploits with the colonists against the British in the American Revolution and helped persuade France to send more troops and supplies. In 1824-25, he returned to America and was hailed across the country in a visit that included travel through Mamaroneck.

Mamaroneck Village will celebrate the 200th anniversary of Lafayette’s return with an event at the 1816 Schoolhouse in Harbor Island Park on West Boston Post Road.