• Celebration of Freedom, presented by Bayway Chevrolet

    Independence Park 3449 Pearland Parkway, Pearland, TX, United States

    Celebrating 250 years with our annual community event, concert and fireworks. We will have our local VFW post joining us in presenting a traditional flag ceremony.

  • Red, White, and Blue Weekend: Carding Fibers

    San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site 220 2nd St., San Felipe, TX, United States

    Join us this 4th of July Weekend for an extraordinary time discovering natural dyes of 200 years ago! We know these colors well: Red, White, and Blue. They are a part of our national American flag as well as the Texas flag. But how would fabric be prepared before becoming a flag? Come out on […]

    included with site admission
  • Sharing the Spirit of America: The Declaration of Independence Reading 

    Bullock Texas State History Museum 1800 N. Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, United States

    On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence inside the Pennsylvania State House (now Independence Hall) in Philadelphia. Four days later, on July 8, 1776, after the Declaration was printed and distributed, the citizens of Philadelphia were summoned to the State House Yard by the bells of the city. Then, Colonel John […]

  • Simultaneous Reading of the Declaration of Independence

    Museum of Western Art 1550 Bandera Highway, Kerrville, TX, United States

    The Declaration of Independence was first read in public on July 8, 1776. On July 8, 2026, in our outdoor pavilion, we will join with organizations across the country in a simultaneous reading of this famous document. Community leaders will read individual segments as we join the thousands who will read as well. A 4:30 […]

  • Red, White, and Crafty

    Sam Bell Maxey House 812 South Church St, Paris, Texas, United States

    Red, White, and Crafty is a hands-on, craft-focused summer program that invites young creators to explore art, tradition, and community through weekly creative projects. Meeting on Thursdays in July, each session features a new themed craft inspired by history, seasonal celebrations, and classic American pastimes. This program also connects to America250, encouraging participants to reflect […]

    $3
  • Down Home Country Parade

    Downtown Center Point 310 FM 480, Center Point, TX, United States

    Join us in downtown Center Point as we honor our hometown, her heroes & America’s 250th birthday. We are honored to be recognized as an official America 250 and Kerr 250 event.

  • Legacy in the Making: Scanning and Oral History Recording

    Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historic Site 1702 N 13th St, West Columbia, TX, United States

    Do you have a passed down story to share? Do you have photographs of your ancestors in Brazoria County? Site educators will assist you in creating quality scans and recordings of your passed down stories, artifacts, pictures, and more. You will get full scans and recordings to keep for your records! Timeslots must be requested […]

    included with site admission
  • The Blessings of Liberty: America’s Founding Ideas and Their Significance Today

    Charles and Mary Ann Goodnight Ranch State Historic Site 2000 US HWY 287, Clarendon, TX, United States

    Dr. Shaffer, Professor of History at West Texas A&M University, will be visiting the Goodnight Ranch to reflect on our nation’s 250th anniversary and its connection to our region. In Dr. Shaffer’s own words, “The United States is a creedal nation, a country founded on ideas laid out in the Declaration of Independence and the […]

    free
  • Little Texans: America250 Foods

    Bullock Texas State History Museum 1800 N. Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, United States

    What did children eat during the American Revolution? Learn about these foods through crafts, activities and story time during this program especially designed for the littlest Texans (ages 2–5) and their caregivers. This hour-long program is a first museum experience with age-appropriate play and learning. Program included with admission Adult: $17 Student, Military, or Senior […]

    $17
  • Red, White, and Crafty

    Sam Bell Maxey House 812 South Church St, Paris, Texas, United States

    Red, White, and Crafty is a hands-on, craft-focused summer program that invites young creators to explore art, tradition, and community through weekly creative projects. Meeting on Thursdays in July, each session features a new themed craft inspired by history, seasonal celebrations, and classic American pastimes. This program also connects to America250, encouraging participants to reflect […]

    $3