time toast By marlin24 Jul 4, 1776 writing the declaration of indeedence was a big parts of jefferson's era Period: Jan 1, 1777 to Dec 31, 1877 time toast 3 Sep 17, 1787 the constituion was created Apr 30, 1789 George Washington was elected the United States’ first president and took the oath of office on April 30, 1789. Oct 6, 1796 voting began