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Fraunces Tavern Museum Hosts 'Cloaked Crusader' Lecture and Wine Tasting
Event celebrates George Washington's depiction in comics and pop culture
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
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The Fraunces Tavern Museum in New York City is hosting an event on February 10, 2026 that will feature a lecture by author Renee Witterstaetter on her book 'Cloaked Crusader: George Washington in Comics and Pop Culture'. The event will also include a wine tasting from Brotherhood Winery in Washingtonville, New York and caricature art by Edward Murr.
Why it matters
The event celebrates the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding by exploring how the image of George Washington has been depicted in comics and pop culture over the past two and a half centuries. Fraunces Tavern, as the oldest building in Manhattan, provides a historic setting for this look at Washington's enduring legacy.
The details
The 'Cloaked Crusader' lecture and wine tasting event will be held at the Fraunces Tavern Museum in New York City. Attendees will be able to warm up with a colonial-style mulled wine as they listen to Witterstaetter's presentation on how Washington has been portrayed in various media, from tavern signs to comic books to movies. The event will also feature a wine tasting from Brotherhood Winery, the oldest winery in the United States, and caricature art created by Edward Murr.
- The event will take place on February 10, 2026.
The players
Renee Witterstaetter
Author of the book 'Cloaked Crusader: George Washington in Comics and Pop Culture'.
Brotherhood Winery
The oldest winery in the United States, located in Washingtonville, New York.
Edward Murr
Caricature artist who will be creating art at the event.
Fraunces Tavern Museum
The venue hosting the 'Cloaked Crusader' lecture and wine tasting, located in the oldest building in Manhattan.
The takeaway
This event provides a unique opportunity to explore the enduring legacy of George Washington through the lens of comics and pop culture, while also celebrating American history and culture at the historic Fraunces Tavern Museum.
