1976 Galion Time Capsule Opening Ceremony and Community Picnic
Public ceremony beings at 12:00pm. The unveiling of the 1976 Galion Time Capsule artifacts display will be held near the time capsule monument by the Gill Avenue entrance. Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch or a grab a bite from the food vendors at the Pickle Run Festival. Bring your own blankets or […]
Reading of the Declaration of Independence
This event is part of the nationwide, simultaneous reading of the Declaration of Independence. Readings in the Eastern Time Zone start at 6:00pm. Various members of the Crawford County History Alliance and the Crawford County Commissioners will all read sections from the Declaration of Independence on the courthouse steps. The event will begin at 5:45 […]
America 250 Picnic, Celebration and Independence Day Concert
America turns 250 on Saturday, July 4, and the site of America’s first presidential library has a day full of old-fashioned events and its annual Independence Day Concert to celebrate. Enjoy a day of nostalgic fun with a picnic or food truck fare; the concert performed by the Toledo Concert Band, featuring members of the […]
Hamilton County America 250-Ohio Community Flag Raising and Reading of the Declaration of Independence
Hamilton County officials will gather on the steps of the Hamilton County Courthouse for the County’s first-ever America 250-Ohio Flag-Raising Ceremony, kicking off local celebrations commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The ceremony will recognize the nation’s upcoming semiquincentennial and highlight Hamilton County’s participation in America 250-Ohio Communities initiative. The […]
Forest Park Reads the Declaration of Independence
Community members, leaders, veterans, and students will read the Declaration of Independence on teh 250th anniversary of the first reading.
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. Organized by the Worthington chapter DAR […]
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 […]
Hamilton 4th of July
Join the city of Hamilton for their 4th of July celebration! The parade kicks off at the Butler County Fairgrounds, filling the streets with festive floats, marching bands, and community organizations. In the evening, enjoy a free concert at RiversEdge Amphitheater, followed by the annual Hamilton Firework Show.
All American Bash
This Independence Day event will feature fireworks on the Fourth of July, as well as a full schedule of music, entertainment, and family-friendly activities. This year, West Chester will partner with MetroParks of Butler County, the VOA Museum, and the USS Cincinnati Peace Pavilion to tell the story of our nation’s founding and celebrate the […]