Oh Say Can You See: The Origin of the Star-Spangled Banner

Tuesday, June 30, 2026
5:00 – 6:00 pm
Delmar Public Library
Sussex 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.

Delmar Public Library
101 N Bi State BLVD
Delmar DE 19940
302-846-9894 x3603