Mount Vernon, the estate of George Washington, was the backdrop for an elegant celebration and recognition. The event awarded the George Washington Book Prize to Richard Beeman, for Plain, Honest Men: The Making of the American Constitution. Music Entertainment Production was handled by Kevin Olivera, and involved two performing groups with several details, including a surprise.
The “Impresario Strings” Quartet provided a variety of classical music throughout the evening, while guests enjoyed cocktails and dinner.
As a special surprise for the honoree, the Washington Scottish Pipe Band 12-piece group escorted guests from the Plaza to the Orientation Center.
A beautiful sunny day provided a perfect setting. And even more spectacular was the arrival of the Pipe Band at the Orientation Center, as a bald eagle, as if on cue, flew peacefully over the tree tops, presenting a perfect
“Welcome to Mount Vernon” moment.
