News & Events

The English-Speaking Union offers a variety of cultural and educational events at Branch and National levels. View upcoming National events below.

Happy Hour: Daniel Boone: The First Kentuckian

October 7 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm EDT

Shakespeare in Action – Teaching Through Performance

October 10 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm EDT
English-Speaking Union Headquarters & Via Zoom

Happy Hour: Virginia’s Role: From English Rights to American Constitutions

November 4 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST

Happy Hour: The Surprising History of Santa and Christmas Traditions in America

December 9 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST

Happy Hour: Murder and the Manor House

Murder and the Manor House: Agatha Christie and the Changing Fortunes of the English Country HouseJanuary 6, 2027 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST
ESU 2024 National Patron Tour
National Patron Tour to Veneto, Italy September 21 – 27, 2024
The ESU National Patron Tours enhance our Patrons’ engagement with the ESU community through bespoke experiences of cultural enrichment, educational exploration, and unforgettable adventures.
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