Brady J. Crytzer Lecture and Book Signing on "The National Road George Washington and America's First Highway West"

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Step into the story of the road that helped shape a nation! In his newest book, The National Road: George Washington and America's First Highway West, Brady Crytzer brings to life the vision, ambition, and grit behind America’s first federally funded highway—an engineering marvel that opened the gateway to the West.

During this engaging presentation, attendees will: Discover how George Washington helped inspire the creation of the National Road, explore the impact of this historic route on westward expansion and communities like Vandalia, and gain unique insights from Crytzer’s research and storytelling.

Following each lecture, guests will have the opportunity to meet the author and have their books signed. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of great storytelling, or simply curious about the road that helped pave America’s future, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Come for the history. Stay for the stories. Leave with a signed piece of America’s journey.