Presidents

The Painter's Chair: George Washington and the Making of American Art

Hugh Howard

About the Program

Hugh Howard profiles America's early portrait artists Charles Wilson Peale, Gilbert Stuart, John Trumbull, and Benjamin West.  He recounts the artist's relationships with George Washington and explores the creation of iconic imagery of the first American president.  This event was hosted by the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC.

About the Authors

Hugh Howard

Hugh HowardHugh Howard is the author of several books, including "Dr. Kimball and Mr. Jefferson" and "Houses of the Founding Fathers."
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Past Airings

  • Saturday, April 4th at 4pm (ET)
  • Sunday, March 8th at 11:15pm (ET)
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