Abigail Adams to visit

Historical Society

Abigail Adams to visit Historical Society

The Ocean County Historical Society, 26 Hadley Ave., Toms River, will host a visit from Abigail Adams, March 20 at 3 p.m.

Adams was the wife of John Adams, the first vice president and second president of the United States, as well as the mother of the sixth president of the country, John Quincy Adams.

Adams, portrayed by Kim Hanley of the American Historical Theatre, will talk about her role during the formative years of the nation.

The performance, "Abigail Adams: Dear Friend," is offered through the Horizons Speakers Bureau of the New Jersey Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

The program is free of charge and open to the public. Call (732) 341-1880 for details.