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Thomas Lynch Jr. (1749–1779) of South Carolina, one of the youngest to sign the Declaration, at age 26. Educated in England, he returned and served in the Continental Congress. Tragically, he and his wife were lost at sea in 1779. His brief life was marked by idealism and devotion to independence.
December 8, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Thomas Lynch Jr. (1749–1779) of South Carolina, one of the youngest to sign the Declaration, at age 26. Educated in England, he returned and served in the Continental Congress. Tragically, he and his wife were lost at sea in 1779. His brief life was marked by idealism and devotion to independence.
Philip Livingston (1716–1778) of New York used his wealth & influence to support the patriot cause. He served in both the 1st and 2nd Continental Congresses and signed the Declaration despite declining health. His home was seized by the British, but he continued his service until his death in 1778.
December 6, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Philip Livingston (1716–1778) of New York used his wealth & influence to support the patriot cause. He served in both the 1st and 2nd Continental Congresses and signed the Declaration despite declining health. His home was seized by the British, but he continued his service until his death in 1778.
Francis Lewis (1713–1803) a New York merchant served as a delegate to the Congress and signed the Declaration. He suffered for his patriotism. His home was destroyed and his wife captured and mistreated. Despite these sacrifices, he continued to support the Revolution. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas.
December 4, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Francis Lewis (1713–1803) a New York merchant served as a delegate to the Congress and signed the Declaration. He suffered for his patriotism. His home was destroyed and his wife captured and mistreated. Despite these sacrifices, he continued to support the Revolution. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas.
Richard Henry Lee (1732–1794) of Virginia was an early advocate for independence. He introduced the resolution in Congress declaring that “these united colonies are, and of right ought to be, free and independent.” Lee signed the Declaration and later, as a Senator, helped draft the Bill of Rights.
December 2, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Richard Henry Lee (1732–1794) of Virginia was an early advocate for independence. He introduced the resolution in Congress declaring that “these united colonies are, and of right ought to be, free and independent.” Lee signed the Declaration and later, as a Senator, helped draft the Bill of Rights.
Francis Lightfoot Lee (1734–1797) was a Virginia planter and legislator from the prominent Lee family. An early supporter of independence, he signed the Declaration with his brother Richard Henry Lee. Later he retired to his estate and from public life. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #signers #portraits
November 30, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Francis Lightfoot Lee (1734–1797) was a Virginia planter and legislator from the prominent Lee family. An early supporter of independence, he signed the Declaration with his brother Richard Henry Lee. Later he retired to his estate and from public life. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #signers #portraits
Thomas Jefferson (1743–1826) the principal author of the Declaration. A brilliant writer and philosopher, he articulated the right to self-government based on natural law and human equality. He served as governor of Virginia, vice president, and the 3rd president of the US. He died on July 4, 1826.
November 28, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Thomas Jefferson (1743–1826) the principal author of the Declaration. A brilliant writer and philosopher, he articulated the right to self-government based on natural law and human equality. He served as governor of Virginia, vice president, and the 3rd president of the US. He died on July 4, 1826.
Samuel Huntington (1731–1796) a lawyer and judge from Connecticut, was known for his hard work and integrity. After signing the Declaration, he later served as President of the Continental Congress helping ratify the Articles of Confederation. After the war Huntington became governor of Connecticut.
November 26, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Samuel Huntington (1731–1796) a lawyer and judge from Connecticut, was known for his hard work and integrity. After signing the Declaration, he later served as President of the Continental Congress helping ratify the Articles of Confederation. After the war Huntington became governor of Connecticut.
Francis Hopkinson (1737–1791) was a lawyer, writer, musician, and designer who signed the Declaration for New Jersey. A witty political satirist, he used humor to support the patriot cause. He later served as a federal judge, contributing to the nation’s early legal framework. 5”x5” oil on canvas.
November 24, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Francis Hopkinson (1737–1791) was a lawyer, writer, musician, and designer who signed the Declaration for New Jersey. A witty political satirist, he used humor to support the patriot cause. He later served as a federal judge, contributing to the nation’s early legal framework. 5”x5” oil on canvas.
Stephen Hopkins (1707–1785) of Rhode Island was one of the oldest signers of the Declaration. He was for colonial unity but against slavery. His trembling hand made for a shaky signature, he said, “My hand trembles, but not my heart.” 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #americanhistory #signers #portraits #art
November 22, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Stephen Hopkins (1707–1785) of Rhode Island was one of the oldest signers of the Declaration. He was for colonial unity but against slavery. His trembling hand made for a shaky signature, he said, “My hand trembles, but not my heart.” 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #americanhistory #signers #portraits #art
William Hooper (1742–1790) a Harvard-educated lawyer and a passionate voice for independence in North Carolina. He signed the Declaration, though his home was later destroyed by the British. He remained devoted to public service. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #americanhistory #signers #portraits #art
November 20, 2025 at 1:38 PM
William Hooper (1742–1790) a Harvard-educated lawyer and a passionate voice for independence in North Carolina. He signed the Declaration, though his home was later destroyed by the British. He remained devoted to public service. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #americanhistory #signers #portraits #art
Thomas Heyward (1746–1809) of South Carolina was known for his love of liberty. After signing the Declaration, he went home to fight, was captured by the British & Imprisoned. After the war, he helped rebuild his states’ legal system. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #americanhistory #signers #portraits #art
November 17, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Thomas Heyward (1746–1809) of South Carolina was known for his love of liberty. After signing the Declaration, he went home to fight, was captured by the British & Imprisoned. After the war, he helped rebuild his states’ legal system. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #americanhistory #signers #portraits #art
Joseph Hewes (1730–1779) a North Carolina Quaker overcame his upbringing to become a strong advocate for independence and sign the Declaration. He died before the war’s end, but helped organize the Navy, making him one of its founders. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #josephhewes #signers #portraits #art
November 14, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Joseph Hewes (1730–1779) a North Carolina Quaker overcame his upbringing to become a strong advocate for independence and sign the Declaration. He died before the war’s end, but helped organize the Navy, making him one of its founders. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #josephhewes #signers #portraits #art
John Hart (1711–1779) of New Jersey signed the Declaration despite knowing it would dangerous. His farm was ravaged by British troops, & he was forced into hiding. He died before the war ended, but is remembered for his courage & sacrifice. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #johnhart #signers #portraits #art
November 12, 2025 at 2:04 PM
John Hart (1711–1779) of New Jersey signed the Declaration despite knowing it would dangerous. His farm was ravaged by British troops, & he was forced into hiding. He died before the war ended, but is remembered for his courage & sacrifice. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #johnhart #signers #portraits #art
Benjamin Harrison (1726–1791) signed the Declaration & served on the committee that drafted it. His humor helped keep Congress united during heated debates. He served as governor of Virginia & his family produced two U.S. presidents. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #benjaminharrison #signers #portraits #art
November 10, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Benjamin Harrison (1726–1791) signed the Declaration & served on the committee that drafted it. His humor helped keep Congress united during heated debates. He served as governor of Virginia & his family produced two U.S. presidents. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #benjaminharrison #signers #portraits #art
John Hancock (1737–1793) known for his bold signature on the Declaration, presided over the Second Continental Congress and the signing of the document. He lead the resistance to British taxation and later served as governor of his state. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #johnhancock #signers #portraits #art
November 8, 2025 at 1:38 PM
John Hancock (1737–1793) known for his bold signature on the Declaration, presided over the Second Continental Congress and the signing of the document. He lead the resistance to British taxation and later served as governor of his state. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #johnhancock #signers #portraits #art
Lyman Hall (1724–1790) a physician & minister represented Georgia in the Continental Congress and signed the Declaration. Hall helped found educational institutions, including the University of Georgia, and served as governor in 1783. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #lymanhall #signers #art
November 6, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Lyman Hall (1724–1790) a physician & minister represented Georgia in the Continental Congress and signed the Declaration. Hall helped found educational institutions, including the University of Georgia, and served as governor in 1783. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #lymanhall #signers #art
Button Gwinnett (1735–1777) a merchant from Georgia was a supporter of independence. He played a key roll in drafting his state’s constitution and served as governor. Just a year after signing the Declaration, he was killed in a duel. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #buttongwinnett #signers #portraits #art
November 4, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Button Gwinnett (1735–1777) a merchant from Georgia was a supporter of independence. He played a key roll in drafting his state’s constitution and served as governor. Just a year after signing the Declaration, he was killed in a duel. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #buttongwinnett #signers #portraits #art
Elbridge Gerry (1744–1814) of Massachusetts signed the Declaration and the Articles of Confederation. He served as governor and as VP under Madison. The term “gerrymandering,” comes from his redistricting plan that favored his party. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #elbridgegerry #signers #portraits #art
November 2, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Elbridge Gerry (1744–1814) of Massachusetts signed the Declaration and the Articles of Confederation. He served as governor and as VP under Madison. The term “gerrymandering,” comes from his redistricting plan that favored his party. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #elbridgegerry #signers #portraits #art
Benjamin Franklin (1706–1790) one of the most brilliant of the Founding Fathers. As a member of the Continental Congress, he helped draft and signed the Declaration, later securing French support for the Revolution. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #benjaminfranklin #americanhistory #signers #portraits #art
October 31, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Benjamin Franklin (1706–1790) one of the most brilliant of the Founding Fathers. As a member of the Continental Congress, he helped draft and signed the Declaration, later securing French support for the Revolution. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #benjaminfranklin #americanhistory #signers #portraits #art
William Ellery (1727–1820) from Rhode Island signed the Declaration, fully aware of the potential cost to his life & property. When British troops burned his home, he remained unwavering in his dedication to the cause. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #williamellery #americanhistory #signers #portraits #art
October 29, 2025 at 1:37 PM
William Ellery (1727–1820) from Rhode Island signed the Declaration, fully aware of the potential cost to his life & property. When British troops burned his home, he remained unwavering in his dedication to the cause. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #williamellery #americanhistory #signers #portraits #art
George Clymer (1739–1813) was a Phila. merchant and a patriot who advocated economic independence from Britain before the Revolution. He signed both the Declaration and the Constitution, one of only 6 men to do so. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #georgeclymer #americanhistory #signers #art #portraits
October 27, 2025 at 9:40 PM
George Clymer (1739–1813) was a Phila. merchant and a patriot who advocated economic independence from Britain before the Revolution. He signed both the Declaration and the Constitution, one of only 6 men to do so. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #georgeclymer #americanhistory #signers #art #portraits
Abraham Clark (1726–1794) from New Jersey was known for his devotion to liberty. He signed the Declaration despite knowing the personal risk. Two of his sons were captured during the war, yet Clark continued his support. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #abrahamclark #americanhistory #signers #portraits #art
October 25, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Abraham Clark (1726–1794) from New Jersey was known for his devotion to liberty. He signed the Declaration despite knowing the personal risk. Two of his sons were captured during the war, yet Clark continued his support. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #abrahamclark #americanhistory #signers #portraits #art
Charles Carroll (1737–1832) from Maryland was the only Roman Catholic to sign the Declaration. A strong advocate for liberty, he risked his fortune to support the cause. Carroll was the last surviving signer, he passed away at 95. 5” X 5”, oil on canvas. #charlescarroll #signers #portraits #art
October 23, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Charles Carroll (1737–1832) from Maryland was the only Roman Catholic to sign the Declaration. A strong advocate for liberty, he risked his fortune to support the cause. Carroll was the last surviving signer, he passed away at 95. 5” X 5”, oil on canvas. #charlescarroll #signers #portraits #art
Samuel Chase (1741–1811) of Maryland was known for his bold defense of colonial rights. He rallied support for independence and signed the Declaration with pride. Later he served as a justice of the US Supreme Court. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #samuelchase #americanhistory #signers #portraits #art
October 22, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Samuel Chase (1741–1811) of Maryland was known for his bold defense of colonial rights. He rallied support for independence and signed the Declaration with pride. Later he served as a justice of the US Supreme Court. 5” x 5”, oil on canvas. #samuelchase #americanhistory #signers #portraits #art
Carter Braxton (1736–1797) from Virginia signed the Declaration of Independence. At the Continental Congress, he strongly supported declaring independence. Braxton invested much of his fortune in supporting the Revolution. 5” X 5”, oil on canvas. #carterbraxton #americanhistory #signers #portraits
October 20, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Carter Braxton (1736–1797) from Virginia signed the Declaration of Independence. At the Continental Congress, he strongly supported declaring independence. Braxton invested much of his fortune in supporting the Revolution. 5” X 5”, oil on canvas. #carterbraxton #americanhistory #signers #portraits