Commander in Chief
Appointed to lead the Continental Army — an outmatched force facing the world's foremost empire.
Now live for America's 250th
Ask George Washington Anything
For the first time, speak — out loud — with America's first president.
A live conversational experience drawn from his own letters, speeches, and writings. No sign-up. Just begin.
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A Nation Two and a Half Centuries Young
250
Two hundred and fifty years of independence1776 — 2026
The Story
From a Revolution
to a Republic
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Independence Declared
Thirteen colonies proclaim themselves free. The improbable experiment in self-government begins.
Victory at Yorktown
The decisive siege that secured American independence and ended the Revolutionary War.
The Constitution
He presides over the Constitutional Convention as a new framework for the Republic is drafted.
First President
Sworn in as the first President of the United States, defining the office for every leader to follow.
The Farewell Address
He warns of faction and division, and voluntarily relinquishes power — a gift to the young nation.
250 Years On
For the first time, you can speak with him — drawn from his own letters, speeches, and writings.
The First American
Meet George Washington
Commander of the Continental Army. President of the Constitutional Convention. First President of the United States.
His leadership helped establish the American Republic and set many of the traditions that continue to guide the nation today.
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About the Project
History you can speak with
The America's Founders Project is an educational initiative created to help people engage with the individuals who shaped the United States — through conversational experiences built from historical records, writings, speeches, letters, and publicly available source materials.
The inaugural experience features George Washington and launches in celebration of America's 250th Anniversary.
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The 250th Anniversary Celebration
Families, students, educators, and visitors are invited to experience a live demonstration of the George Washington educational AI experience.
Saturday, June 28, 20261:00 PM – 3:00 PM
History Fort Lauderdale231 SW 2nd AvenueFort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
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