Miami County Celebrates America-250

Miami County will host a Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, on the south side of the Miami County Courthouse. The event will begin at 5:00 p.m. with food trucks and live music, followed by a program featuring community and state leaders, patriotic music, and ceremonial presentations. The evening’s […]

The Reading of the Declaration of Independence on Worthington Green

8 volunteers will read the Declaration of Independence as a re-enactment of the first reading of the Declaration to the people across the nation as was done on July 8, 1776. Many groups will be doing this simultaneously to mark the 250th anniversary. 5:30PM assemble, 6:00PM reading will begin

Declaration of Independence Community Reading

Community members will gather for a public reading of the Declaration of Independence to mark the 250th anniversary of the “first” public reading on July 8, 1776. Our community will be joining other communities across the country in this simultaneous reading. This event is free and open to the public. Treats and giveaways will be […]

Public Reading of The Declaration of Independence

An outdoor public reading of The Declaration of Independence open to all beginning at 6pm. Picnic Pavilion is behind the main church building. Welcome comments. Copies of the document available. Reading of the Declaration. Ice cream and community camaraderie.