Story Time – 4th of July

Story Time is intended to support early learning in a group setting. Join us for a mixture of stories and activities that provide enjoyable opportunities for the children to practice skills that prepare them for reading. This week’s theme is the 4th of July and the 250th birthday of our country. Light snacks will be […]

How America Has Celebrated Its Independence Through the Years

It’s time for a celebration! Hear local resident Chuck Spinner describe how the United States has commemorated its independence throughout its 250-year history. Chuck had a 33-year career teaching History in Northeast Ohio, has been named a Kent State and Rockefeller Scholar, and has also been honored as a Martha Holden Jennings Master Teacher. The […]

Printing the Declaration of Independence at CTPM

When guests arrive, they will hear a short presentation on the signers of the Declaration of Independence. Then they will print an actual copy of the Declaration of Independence on our wooden printing press for a keepsake. Plus other printing experience.

Freedom Bells at Hughes Schoolhouse

Join the Hopewell Chapter, NSDAR, and the Liberty Township Historical Society for a Freedom Bells observance commemorating the 250th anniversary of the birth of the United States. Held at the historic Hughes Schoolhouse in Liberty Township, this community observance will include reflections on the Declaration of Independence, historical readings, bell ringing at 12:00 noon as […]

“Meet the Patriots” at Granville’s Old Colony Burying Ground on July 3rd

Granville’s Old Colony Burying Ground boasts the gravesites of 23 veterans of the American Revolution — probably the third-largest number of all graveyards in Ohio. On July 3rd from 2:00 to 4:30 P.M., visitors to the Old Colony will be able to “meet the Patriots”; as members of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), […]

Patriotic Tie-dye

Create your own unique t-shirt at the Milton-Union Public Library to celebrate America250. All dye is supplied, but please bring your own shirt. All ages welcome.

Fort Meigs Independence Day 1813

July 4, 1813, was a day of festivity at Fort Meigs. Soldiers fired 18 shots from cannons in a National Salute and spent the day celebrating the founding of the nation they were defending. Join us as we recreate Independence Day 1813 with weapons demos, historic music presentations, civilian activities, and the 18 cannon shot […]

Light to Unite: July 4 Illuminated Landmarks Initiative

  Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026 Time: Evening (after sunset) Location: Participating landmarks and buildings nationwide (including communities across Ohio) Event Description: Endorsed by America250 and the National League of Cities, Light to Unite is a nationwide initiative inviting communities to illuminate local landmarks, buildings, and public spaces in red, white, and blue on the […]