Freedom Forums
Freedom Forums are held three to four times per year in locations around the country, are two-day seminars that address the theme, “Freedom and Western Civilization.”
Friends of the College and their children or grandchildren are welcome to attend. Designed for a general audience, the program consists of six lectures by three Hillsdale College faculty members from the departments of politics, history, economics, or English. These lectures offer an introductory overview of the kind of teaching that takes place at Hillsdale.
The cost to attend a Freedom Forum is $50 per person. Complimentary invitations are extended to President’s Club members and Alumni, and prospective students.
For more information or to receive an invitation, contact Peggy Youngs.
Dates and Locations for 2026 Forums
Prescott, Arizona Freedom Forum
January 6-7, 2027
Prescott Resort & Conference Center
1500 Highway 69
Prescott, Arizona 86301
The cost to attend a Freedom Forum is $50 per person. This fee is waived for Alumni, President’s Club members, and prospective students. Please call to receive your complimentary invitation.
For more information or to receive an invitation, contact Peggy Youngs.
Raleigh, North Carolina Freedom Forum
March 1-2, 2027
Westin Raleigh-Durham Airport
3931 Macaw St.
Raleigh, North Carolina 27617
The cost to attend a Freedom Forum is $50 per person. This fee is waived for Alumni, President’s Club members, and prospective students.
For more information or to receive an invitation, contact Peggy Youngs.
Charleston, South Carolina Freedom Forum
March 4-5, 2027
Daniel Island Club
600 Island Park Dr.
Charleston, South Carolina 29492
The cost to attend a Freedom Forum is $50 per person. This fee is waived for Alumni, President’s Club members, and prospective students. A small room block is available.
For more information or to receive an invitation, contact Peggy Youngs.
Freedom Forum Program Format
Day 1
Check-in: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Lecture: 2:00 – 3:15 p.m.
Break: 3:15 – 3:30 p.m.
Lecture: 3:30 – 4:45 p.m.
Reception: 4:45 – 5:45 p.m.
Day 2
Breakfast Buffet: 8:30 – 9:15 a.m.
Lecture: 9:15 – 10:30 a.m.
Break: 10:30 – 10:45 a.m.
Lecture: 10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Break: 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
(Lunch is not provided)
Lecture: 2:00 – 3:15 p.m.
Break: 3:15 – 3:30 p.m.
Lecture: 3:30 – 4:45 p.m.
Reception: 4:45 – 5:45 p.m.