Oh Say Can You See: The Origin of the Star Spangled Banner
Friday, June 26, 2026
6:30 – 7:30 pm
Kent County Public Library
Kent County
Program: Oh Say Can You See: The Origin of the Star Spangled Banner
The “Star Spangled Banner,” our National Anthem, has been a touch stone for civil rights issues and national controversy. Its words were born out of national crisis, written by a man who was himself no stranger to controversy — the song’s melody originated with a British men’s club celebrating wine and sex. This lecture explores the origin of the song, the author, a few of the controversies, and the times during which our anthem was conceived.
Join Speaker Eric Mease for this talk.
This event is sponsored by Delaware Humanities. If you have any questions please contact the hosting location.
Kent County Public Library
497 S Red Haven Lane
Dover DE 19901
302-744-1919
