Experience history at the library by participating in a transcription event highlighting 250 years of independence! Dive into the words of the everyday people of the revolution and help make these remarkable documents accessible to everyone. No experience needed. Bring your curiosity and we'll teach you everything you need to know!
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Join us for a story and craft celebrating the contributions of Bordentown native Patience Lovell Wright. She was an artist that helped gather intelligence from King George’s court using her art to help the U.S. gain independence. Best for ages 6-12. |
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***This event has been cancelled due to excessive Heat Index for July 3rd.*** Join the celebration 2-5 PM in the historic St. Andrew’s Church Graveyard where the Revolutionary Battle of Iron Works Hill took place in 1776! July 3rd’s events include: Patriotic & Folk Music Performance by Custom Blend Band Vendors Cookies for the first […]
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Celebrating America 250. Food trucks, games, face painting, and more! This event is FREE Drone Show: 9 PM (dusk) Celebrate July 3 in the heart of Haddonfield with a full day of festivities! Celebrates America’s 250th Birthday with a day of celebration in Downtown Haddonfield. The fun starts at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 3, […] |
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Celebrate the Anniversary of our Independence with BurlingtonNJ250 For more information on these 250th events please contact us at [email protected]
Celebrate the Anniversary of our Independence with BurlingtonNJ250 For more information on these 250th events please contact us at [email protected] 
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday surrounded by history at Historic Cold Spring Village. Patriotic music fills the air as costumed interpreters bring early American life to the present day. Hear a stirring public reading of the Declaration of Independence, explore hands‑on crafts for all ages, and enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, printing, woodworking, basket weaving, bookbinding, and […] 
Come aboard on Saturday July 4 for the best views of Independence Day fireworks over the Delaware River! Enjoy live music, food concessions, and full-service bar. Upgrade your evening with our VIP option! 
4th of July DJ-Carnival Rides-Bounce Houses-Food Trucks – Pony Rides – Mutton Bustin & Bill Riding Fireworks Parking $20.00 per car Location: Salem County Fairgrounds, Woodstown Saturday, July 4 5:30 pm -8:30 pm BYOB Date Night & Picnic Day: Sips & Sunsets in the Flower Fields The farm will be open for you to bring […] 
Collingswood celebrates the Fourth of July with a full day of community fun, from the festive bike parade and poolside games to an evening of live music and fireworks. It’s a classic hometown celebration filled with family-friendly activities, summer traditions, and plenty of patriotic spirit. 
According to members of the Fourth of July parade committee, it is the largest parade of its kind based on number of units. The annual parade will follow its usual route east on Smithville Boulevard to Moss Mill Road and then west on Moss Mill to Historic Smithville. The passing parade with a record number […] 
July 4th is a special day in Woodstown, NJ as the entire town takes part in Salem County's biggest Independence Day celebration. This year we are proud to honor our country's 250th year as well. While many people around the country wonder where to go to celebrate, the residents of Woodstown and Pilesgrove know that […] 
Don’t miss Historic Saturdays in Kings Court!From May through September, join us under the tent in front of the Gazebo for FREE, family-friendly programs celebrating daily life in 1776 as part of Haddonfield’s America 250 celebration. Events run rain or shine from 10 AM–2 PM each Saturday. May Lineup: May 2: The Art of Papermaking […] |
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Celebrate the Anniversary of our Independence with BurlingtonNJ250 For more information on these 250th events please contact us at [email protected]
Celebrate the Anniversary of our Independence with BurlingtonNJ250 For more information on these 250th events please contact us at [email protected]
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Bring the whole family for a day of history, food and fun! The Paulsboro Revolution 250 will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the First Federal Land Purchase. The purchase of 96 acres of land in what is now Paulsboro took place on July 5, 1776. The purchase was actually authorized by the Continental Congress of […]
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Ocean City will celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation this summer with a weekly patriotic drone show over the beach and boardwalk south of Sixth Street. The “America 250: Lights Over Ocean City” show will feature hundreds of drones lighting up the sky and creating animations that salute America. The 15-minute shows will be […] |
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Explore samplers and needlework during the Revolution (1770s – 1789). Presented by Pamela Campbell, Regent of the Haddonfield Chapter of the NJ Daughters of the American Revolution. This event is for adults. Registration is required, however, a library card is not needed to attend: https://events.camdencountylibrary.org/event/2026-07-07/needles-eye-view-history
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In this super-secret meeting, join staff from the Museum of the American Revolution as we learn about the spies of the Revolution! From shopkeepers and mystery women to enslaved men who served as double agents, we'll discover who these spies were and how they operated undercover. We’ll solve puzzles, uncover secret messages, and discover why […]
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Opening: Naeemah Maddox The Philly-based “smooth-fi” duo create a laid-back brand of modern indie music – smooth, nostalgic, and effortlessly transportive. |
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Celebrate America’s 250th birthday surrounded by history at Historic Cold Spring Village. Patriotic music fills the air as costumed interpreters bring early American life to the present day. Hear a stirring public reading of the Declaration of Independence, explore hands‑on crafts for all ages, and enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, printing, woodworking, basket weaving, bookbinding, and […]
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An American R&B and pop vocal group, blending four-part pop-soul harmonies, and recognized for their signature “hip-hop doo-wop” sound. |
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Celebrate America’s 250th birthday surrounded by history at Historic Cold Spring Village. Patriotic music fills the air as costumed interpreters bring early American life to the present day. Hear a stirring public reading of the Declaration of Independence, explore hands‑on crafts for all ages, and enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, printing, woodworking, basket weaving, bookbinding, and […] |
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Celebrate America’s 250th birthday surrounded by history at Historic Cold Spring Village. Patriotic music fills the air as costumed interpreters bring early American life to the present day. Hear a stirring public reading of the Declaration of Independence, explore hands‑on crafts for all ages, and enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, printing, woodworking, basket weaving, bookbinding, and […]
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Be part of the excitement on July 11th! 100 Years of Connections For a century, the Ben Franklin Bridge has connected Philadelphia and Camden, linking communities, supporting commerce, and moving millions of people across the Delaware River. Join us as we celebrate this historic milestone and look ahead to the next 100 years. Commemorating a […]
Don’t miss Historic Saturdays in Kings Court!From May through September, join us under the tent in front of the Gazebo for FREE, family-friendly programs celebrating daily life in 1776 as part of Haddonfield’s America 250 celebration. Events run rain or shine from 10 AM–2 PM each Saturday. May Lineup: May 2: The Art of Papermaking […] |
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3 events,In this super-secret meeting, join museum staff as we learn about the spies of the Revolution! From shopkeepers and mystery women to enslaved men who served as double agents, let’s discover who these spies were and how they operated undercover. We’ll solve some of our puzzles, uncover some secret messages, and discover why George Washington […]
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Virtual program. Few people know that for about 30 years during the Revolutionary era, certain women and free people of African descent had the right to vote in New Jersey. Learn the little-known history of the nation’s first women voters and examine the political conflicts that led to their voting rights being stripped away in […]
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Ocean City will celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation this summer with a weekly patriotic drone show over the beach and boardwalk south of Sixth Street. The “America 250: Lights Over Ocean City” show will feature hundreds of drones lighting up the sky and creating animations that salute America. The 15-minute shows will be […] |
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Platinum-selling American rock band best known for the profound hit “Boston,” and cherished for their heartfelt, melodic pop-rock sound featuring prominent piano and emotive vocals. |
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Celebrate America’s 250th birthday surrounded by history at Historic Cold Spring Village. Patriotic music fills the air as costumed interpreters bring early American life to the present day. Hear a stirring public reading of the Declaration of Independence, explore hands‑on crafts for all ages, and enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, printing, woodworking, basket weaving, bookbinding, and […]
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Celebrate America’s 250th with a patriotic Threadbenders meetup inspired by one of America’s most famous stitchers! Bring your knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or hand-stitching project and join fellow creatives for a relaxing afternoon of crafting and conversation. Whether you’re sewing stars, stitching history or simply working on your latest project, all skill levels are welcome. Come […]
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Learn about some of the most decisive battles in American history, from Bunker Hill to Yorktown! We’ll view a selection of clips from Ken Burns’ The American Revolution highlighting the major conflicts, strategies, losses, and victories of the Revolutionary War. Afterwards, we’ll save some time for discussion. Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided […] |
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Celebrate America’s 250th birthday surrounded by history at Historic Cold Spring Village. Patriotic music fills the air as costumed interpreters bring early American life to the present day. Hear a stirring public reading of the Declaration of Independence, explore hands‑on crafts for all ages, and enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, printing, woodworking, basket weaving, bookbinding, and […] |
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Celebrate America’s 250th birthday surrounded by history at Historic Cold Spring Village. Patriotic music fills the air as costumed interpreters bring early American life to the present day. Hear a stirring public reading of the Declaration of Independence, explore hands‑on crafts for all ages, and enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, printing, woodworking, basket weaving, bookbinding, and […]
Don’t miss Historic Saturdays in Kings Court!From May through September, join us under the tent in front of the Gazebo for FREE, family-friendly programs celebrating daily life in 1776 as part of Haddonfield’s America 250 celebration. Events run rain or shine from 10 AM–2 PM each Saturday. May Lineup: May 2: The Art of Papermaking […]
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Celebrate 250 years of American freedom with the great songs and stories of days gone by! Join Charlie Zahm, Tad Marks and Steve Hobson for a step back into the stirring soundscape of early America with an unforgettable concert celebrating the songs of liberty that inspired a young nation. Featuring beloved patriotic and folk melodies […] |
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Ocean City will celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation this summer with a weekly patriotic drone show over the beach and boardwalk south of Sixth Street. The “America 250: Lights Over Ocean City” show will feature hundreds of drones lighting up the sky and creating animations that salute America. The 15-minute shows will be […] |
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Celebrate America’s 250th birthday surrounded by history at Historic Cold Spring Village. Patriotic music fills the air as costumed interpreters bring early American life to the present day. Hear a stirring public reading of the Declaration of Independence, explore hands‑on crafts for all ages, and enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, printing, woodworking, basket weaving, bookbinding, and […]
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In this super-secret meeting, join museum staff as we learn about the spies of the Revolution! From shopkeepers and mystery women to enslaved men who served as double agents, let’s discover who these spies were and how they operated undercover. We’ll solve some of our puzzles, uncover some secret messages, and discover why George Washington […]
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Celebrate America’s 250th birthday surrounded by history at Historic Cold Spring Village. Patriotic music fills the air as costumed interpreters bring early American life to the present day. Hear a stirring public reading of the Declaration of Independence, explore hands‑on crafts for all ages, and enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, printing, woodworking, basket weaving, bookbinding, and […] |
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Celebrate America’s 250th birthday surrounded by history at Historic Cold Spring Village. Patriotic music fills the air as costumed interpreters bring early American life to the present day. Hear a stirring public reading of the Declaration of Independence, explore hands‑on crafts for all ages, and enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, printing, woodworking, basket weaving, bookbinding, and […]
Don’t miss Historic Saturdays in Kings Court!From May through September, join us under the tent in front of the Gazebo for FREE, family-friendly programs celebrating daily life in 1776 as part of Haddonfield’s America 250 celebration. Events run rain or shine from 10 AM–2 PM each Saturday. May Lineup: May 2: The Art of Papermaking […] |
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On July 4th, 2026, the Declaration of Independence will celebrate 250 years! But what exactly is this special document that we honor each year on its birthday? Come along with a museum educator to discover what the Declaration is, why it was created, and why the important ideas inside it mattered in 1776—and still do […]
Ocean City will celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation this summer with a weekly patriotic drone show over the beach and boardwalk south of Sixth Street. The “America 250: Lights Over Ocean City” show will feature hundreds of drones lighting up the sky and creating animations that salute America. The 15-minute shows will be […] |
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Join us for the traveling exhibit Revolutionary Lives: Living the American Experiment Then and Now, starting July 29 through August 12. This engaging experience highlights the often-overlooked stories of everyday New Jerseyans whose lives, labor, and choices shaped the Revolutionary era and continue to inspire civic engagement today. Hosted at Camden City Hall in Council […] |
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Celebrate America’s 250th birthday surrounded by history at Historic Cold Spring Village. Patriotic music fills the air as costumed interpreters bring early American life to the present day. Hear a stirring public reading of the Declaration of Independence, explore hands‑on crafts for all ages, and enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, printing, woodworking, basket weaving, bookbinding, and […]
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As we celebrate America's 250th birthday, join local historian Jim Segrave-Daly for a lively discussion about the pivotal role that New Jersey played. With more than 90 military engagements in the state during the Revolution, actions taken by Loyalists & Patriots contributed greatly to America's ultimate victory. Strategically located between British-controlled New York & the […]
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Celebrate America’s 250th birthday surrounded by history at Historic Cold Spring Village. Patriotic music fills the air as costumed interpreters bring early American life to the present day. Hear a stirring public reading of the Declaration of Independence, explore hands‑on crafts for all ages, and enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, printing, woodworking, basket weaving, bookbinding, and […] |
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Celebrate America’s 250th birthday surrounded by history at Historic Cold Spring Village. Patriotic music fills the air as costumed interpreters bring early American life to the present day. Hear a stirring public reading of the Declaration of Independence, explore hands‑on crafts for all ages, and enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, printing, woodworking, basket weaving, bookbinding, and […]
Don’t miss Historic Saturdays in Kings Court!From May through September, join us under the tent in front of the Gazebo for FREE, family-friendly programs celebrating daily life in 1776 as part of Haddonfield’s America 250 celebration. Events run rain or shine from 10 AM–2 PM each Saturday. May Lineup: May 2: The Art of Papermaking […] |
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Dive deeper into the history of Lawnside, the interesting people and events that speak to our history. Shamele Jordon, curator, will lead a tour of the 100th Anniversary Exhibit. The New Jersey Historical Commission provided a grant for research to produce a documentary and website. |