Mapping americas road from revolution to independence which will be on view in our galleries through march 11th. I know that some of you have alreadyy enjoyed exhibition preview this evening for those of you we have not, we invite you to join you as our guest following our program on second floor where exhibition viewing will continue along with open bar. That should be pretty good enticement. Some of us, anyway. Tonights program revolution song, a story of American Freedom is part of distinguished Speaker Series which is the heart of our Public Programs and as though i would like to thank mr. Shorto, thank for prominents to New York Historical. I would like to thank trustees this evening and i would like to thank pam for Great Partnership and leadership of this splendid institution. Thank you, pam. [applause] id also like to thank and recognize mr. Richard reese and to thank them for all that they do. [applause] you will hear from my greg colleague at the close of the event. Tonights