Founding Words: A Kids’ Hour with James Madison

As part of the Muskingum County celebration of the 250th anniversary of American independence, young history?lovers are invited to a lively and engaging story hour with none other than James Madison, the fourth President of the United States and “Father of the Constitution.” Designed especially for children, Founding Words: A Kids’ Story Hour with James Madison introduces young audiences to the big ideas behind America’s founding in a fun, accessible way. Through interactive storytelling and kid?friendly conversation, President Madison helps children explore how the nation’s earliest principles-liberty, fairness, and community-continue to shape their world today. This program offers families a welcoming space to learn together, spark curiosity, and connect with the people and ideas that helped launch the American story. Kyle has portrayed James Madison as a first?person interpreter since 2015. A playwright and both film and stage actor, he approaches Madison as a scholar?actor, blending ongoing historical research with strong performance skills. He has performed across the eastern United States-from North Carolina to Indiana, Plattsburgh, and Boston-and is skilled at depicting Madison throughout his government career, though he focuses on the years beginning with Madison’s time in Congress. Kyle also created a unique in?character walking tour in Philadelphia, The Society Hill Stroll, offered in partnership with Liberty & Co. Set in 1795, the tour features Congressman Madison shortly after his marriage to Dolley.