Let History Come Alive! General Israel Putnam, a portrayal In-Person
Kenneth Noll portrays Gen. Putnam as the beloved, honorable farmer and patriot that he was. Gen. Putnam will describe his life on his farm, his time as a tavern-keeper, his role in the French and Indian War, as well as his service as second in command to General Washington in the Revolutionary War. He was able to win the trust and respect of his men because they saw him as one of their own. Having served previously with many of the Revolution’s British officers, he commanded their respect, too. Registration is recommended.
Kenneth Noll, Professor Emeritus, UConn, also portrays Charles Darwin and Charles Dickens.
Waterford Public Library is a proud affiliate of the America 250 | CT Commission.
Thank you to the Waterford Historical Society for co-sponsoring this event.
Thank you to Eversource for funding a portion of our America's 250th Anniversary events throughout this year.
- Date:
- Saturday, February 28, 2026
- Time:
- 2:00PM - 4:00PM
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Meeting Room
- Audience:
- Adults
- Categories:
- America's 250th Library Event Performance