Join us on the evening of July 1 as we blend America250 and the Battle of Gettysburg 163rd Anniversary with an engaging conversation with a descendant of some of the nation's most remarkable figures, including Revolutionary War patriot William Dawes and Civil War hero Rufus Dawes. Blending family stories, historical insight, and a touch of humor, this special presentation offers a unique perspective on the people who helped shape the American story. Arrive at 6:00 for a pre-program reception, stay for the Q&A, and explore how the legacy of these extraordinary Americans continues to resonate 250 years later.

William “Bill” Dawes Schulz is a former cable news correspondent/co-host, and longtime contributor for the New York Times, New York magazine, The Daily Beast, Maxim, New York Daily News, Reader’s Digest, and more.

Bill is also a licensed NYC Tour Guide, (of which he covered as an editor at Entrepreneur magazine). Schulz currently helms local adventures with Bowery Boys Walks and is starting his own traipsing-whilst-talking trifle via Knicker Walker Tours.

Bill is a direct descendant of the oft-overlooked midnight rider, William Dawes Jr, a 3rd great-grandson of Gettysburg hero Lt. Col. Rufus Dawes, and 2nd great-grandnephew of former Vice President and delightful songwriter, Charles Gates Dawes. This history-based descendant intends to explore his ancestors' pop culture appearances, plus relaying attempts to be their ONLY publicist when it comes to keeping the family name alive. 

Sponsored by
Rusty Dicks, Financial Associate at Thrivent and SRMEC Board Member