As the country celebrates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, every state has a story to tell about its own contributions to the development of the nation. Our 2026 exhibit, Texas America250, now on view at the Lorenzo de Zavala State Archives and Library Building, spotlights some of the areas where […]
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38 events,Self-guided driving tour across Gregg County with audio. Gregg County Historical Museum invites you to take a journey through the people, places, and stories that shaped one of East Texas’s most remarkable communities. From early settlements and stagecoach routes to downtown landmarks, churches, cemeteries, and the oil fields that changed the world. Rancheras: Spanish Texas Women and Their Contributions to American Independence uncovers the overlooked role of women ranch owners in eighteenth-century Texas and their influence during the American Revolution. Through original wills, petitions, and census records, the exhibition shows how women exercised legal and economic authority under Spanish colonial law while managing cattle networks that supported […] Join the National Museum of the Pacific War this summer for Lead the Way: Civic Season Drop-In, a hands-on family program exploring how leadership shaped the Pacific War and how it continues to shape our civic life today. Designed for learners of all ages, this come-and-go experience invites families to jump into creative activities that […]
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Texas America250 traveling exhibit will be on display in the Palestine Public Library public spaces. This free exhibit features a gallery of art prints that vividly depict the chronology of the American Revolution and illuminate the colonists’ struggles, triumphs, and sacrifices in their quest for liberty. Discover the motivations that ignited a desire for freedom and explore the socio-political climate that compelled ordinary people to rise against the world’s most […] Our Traveling Exhibit is displayed in our foyer for patrons to learn and enjoy! Curated in conjunction with the Longview Museum of Fine Arts, this America the Beautiful art display features community submitted artwork. The artwork can be found on the hospital’s ground floor near the ER entrance. From February through July, the original 1876 Texas Constitution will be on display in TSLAC’s Reference Reading Room. This landmark document isn’t just a set of lofty principles—a defining feature is its extensive detail, more typical of state law codes. Its 17 articles cover everything from voting rights and education to railroads and taxes. The […] From February through July, the original 1876 Texas Constitution will be on display in TSLAC’s Reference Reading Room. This landmark document isn’t just a set of lofty principles—a defining feature is its extensive detail, more typical of state law codes. Its 17 articles cover everything from voting rights and education to railroads and taxes. The […] Tides of Freedom explores how Spanish influence, leadership, and resources helped shape the course of the Revolutionary War, an especially meaningful story for Texas, which was part of Spain’s American territories during this pivotal era. Through captivating storytelling and historical highlights, the exhibit sheds light on the strategic importance of the Gulf Coast, the Mississippi […] As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, explore how print culture was crucial to the American Revolution. Prints, books, and newspapers shaped colonists’ reactions to British rule, informed Americans of major developments during the war, and commemorated beloved leaders after the United States gained its independence. Read about these important works […] What happens when undergraduate historians dive into the archives? You get “Revolutions and Constitutions: Nation-Building in the Americas after 1776.” This exhibition commemorates the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence by placing it within a broader hemispheric narrative. It explores how revolutionary ideals and new models of governance, shaped by Enlightenment thought and the U.S. Revolution, […] This exhibit reveals the behind-the-scenes—often lesser-known but highly significant—history of federal printing, preservation, and public access to information in the United States since the 1700s—inviting visitors to deepen their understanding and broaden awareness of how government information reaches the public. How has free, equal, and permanent public access been ensured—and how is it evolving today? […] Texas America250 Traveling Exhibit: Texas America250, on loan from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC). The Texas America250 exhibit highlights historically significant Texas Treasures from the State Archives, encouraging all Americans to explore the story of the Lone Star State over the past 250 years. From Spanish missions to the space race, the […] Stars and Stripes on Sidney Baker Street. U.S. flags will be displayed on electric poles along Sidney Baker Street from Interstate 10 to Louise Hays Park. Special outdoor display of all 50 state flags, plus the 27 flags flown under the U.S. banner since 1776. Sponsored by Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Bank & Trust, in conjunction with KPUB. Museum of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Highway, Kerrville. Museumofwesternart.com April 11 through July 31, 2026 Becoming the United States exhibit is a stirring new exhibit that celebrates America’s 250th birthday by tracing the nation’s journey from revolutionary sparks to a unified republic. Through powerful artifacts, immersive storytelling, and interactive displays, visitors will explore the moments that shaped independence from colonial unrest and the signing […] In honor of America’s 250th Birthday, the Frisco community will proudly host the Liberty Lantern Walk, a breathtaking nighttime journey of 250 glowing lanterns that begins at City Hall by the flagpole, circles Jones Park, and concludes at the historic Heritage Center. Each lantern will shine as a symbol of liberty, and every fifth lantern […] In honor of America’s 250th Birthday, the Frisco Heritage Museum proudly presents the Liberty Lantern Trail in conjunction with Becoming the United States. This stunning nighttime journey illuminated by 250 glowing lanterns, beginning at Jones Park and concluding at the historic Heritage Center. Each lantern shines as a symbol of liberty, with every tenth lantern […] The Museum of Western Art invites you to experience a breathtaking display of history and heritage! As you make your way up our long, winding driveway leading up to the entrance, you’ll be greeted by a well-spaced display of the 27 official flags that have flown since 1776. On the opposite side of the driveway, […] This distinctive exhibit showcases both traditional and contemporary art quilts created by artists whose personal visions of what America means to them are expressed through the art of quilting.
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The Texas America250 Traveling Exhibit will be on display at the UTRGV University Library on both the Brownsville and Edinburg campuses. Visitors can view the exhibit by stopping by either campus library, where it is located on the 3rd floor at both locations. The exhibit will run from May 2026 through September 2026 and is […] As we celebrate the holiday weekend, please join us as we showcase our special exhibit, “Bypassed by Freedom but Building a Legacy,” highlighting the stories of the enslaved in San Felipe de Austin. Starting Saturday, May 23rd, learn about five different people who lived in San Felipe de Austin under enslavement: Mary Marks, Turner Morgan, […]
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Businesses in Mineola have been asked to decorate their windows and/or storefronts in honor of the semiquincentennial. The winner will receive a gift basket that will include “A Culinary Journey Through Texas History – A Texas Historic Sites Cookbook,” published by the Texas Historic Commission, among other things. Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with the UTRGV University Library. The Library has created a digital poster exhibit commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States, featuring curated resources from government publications, library collections, and Special Collections & Archives. The exhibit connects national history to the Rio Grande Valley by highlighting significant military and political events, […] Through an exceptional partnership with the National Archives and Records Administration and the Briscoe Center for American History, the Library showcases extraordinary original documents that have shaped the course of American history. Across four rotating exhibitions, visitors will encounter defining moments—from the Brown v. Board of Education decision and the Fourteenth Amendment to the Louisiana Purchase and the Wright Brothers’ Flying Machine Patent. On […]
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The public is invited to pose with the colorful Celebrate America250 signs situated to be able to be seen on Highway 69 from all directions. The history display are included amongst our state award-winning displays showcasing our historic Select Theater (Texas oldest continuously-operating moviehouse), Wisener Field Airport (the oldest privately owned airport still owned by […] Petits Texans are invited to join the French Legation’s half day French Language & History Camp. This passport to frontier Texas is lead in partnership with Education Française Austin teachers to guide ages 8 through 10 on a fun learning journey to explore where Texas meets France. Celebrating French and Texan cultures through the lens of history […]
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Residents are asked to decorate their homes and yards in honor of America250. The Kiwanis Club is offering a five-year subscription to the annual flag service to the winner. Residents are asked to decorate their homes and yards in honor of America250. The Kiwanis Club is offering a five-year subscription to the annual flag service to the winner. Mineola with winners being named at Meredith Memorial Stadium. In honor of the United States’ 250th anniversary, LSFM reflects on Texas’s contributions to national and global aviation achievements. Texas was home to several major pilot training locations during World War I and II, including Ellington Field, here in Houston. Texas manufacturers designed and produced thousands of aircraft for the war effort, as well as […]
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Hundreds of red, white, and blue flags will soon line the lawn of Three Rivers City Hall, each one purchased by community members to honor a loved one who served. The Fourth Annual Patriotic Revival will feature the flag display beginning June 27 at 9 a.m at the Three Rivers City Hall. The flags will […] El Paso Animal Services will host its “Let Freedom Wag” adoption promotion from June 27 through July 4, featuring $2.50 adoptions on all pets. In recognition of America 250, the Spellman Museum of Forney History is hosting an exhibit coordinated by board member Bill Crawley which includes authentic antique weapons from the Revolutionary period plus handcrafted replicas of other weapons and accessories. Descriptions of the weapons plus key figures are included. The exhibit will remain on display through July […] A series of Colonial Craft Workshop activities including patriotic slime, cardboard state crafts, bedazzled ornaments, pom-pom flags, and parade wand creations.
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Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with Monti Warrior Zone (on post)! Show up in your boldest red, white, and blue outfit or rock your military uniform to take advantage of $2.50 off food purchases of $10 or more! But we’re just getting started. Snap a pic and share your patriotic spirit with #America250andYou to your socials […]
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Participants will create friendship bracelets in celebration of the Fourth of July. |
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Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday at Underwood Golf Course! Show up in your boldest red, white, and blue outfit or rock your military uniform to take advantage of $2.50 bucket of Range balls! But we’re just getting started. Snap a pic and share your patriotic spirit with #America250andYou to your socials and you might see your […]
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Children ages 3-5 will learn what makes our country special through fun interactive activities. |
40 events,This large-scale wall exhibit features 17 poster panels organized into eight historical periods, showcasing landmark U.S. government documents that have shaped the course of American history. From the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 to today’s digital and artificial intelligence era, these milestone documents chronicle the nation’s evolving political, social, and technological landscape. […] “My Flag, My Story” is a statewide and national virtual engagement initiative designed to honor America’s 250th anniversary by inviting individuals, families, schools, veterans, first responders, and community organizations to share the personal stories behind flags they own or display. Through the submission of photographs and brief narratives, participants help create a living digital archive […] In collaboration with the La Villita Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, and the Independence Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution Join us for a hands-on event where participants will create a personalized “broadside” or graphic honoring their patriot ancestor’s contributions to the American Revolution. Educational resources and guided sessions will help attendees research and […]
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The 19th century, particularly the Victorian era, saw a range of food oddities, driven by both culinary trends, military operations and the realities of poverty. Some notable examples include, pemmican, aspic, celery and molasses, to name a few. Join us as we look at how our ancestors ate. You might be pleasantly surprised or disgusted! It could […]
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The North Tarrant Chamber of Commerce invites families, neighbors, and friends from across the region to gather for the annual North Tarrant Family Fireworks celebration on Wednesday, July 1st, 2026. This year’s free community tradition will help kick off America’s 250th birthday celebration with a 2,500-drone show, fireworks, live music, and family activities. The evening […] |
46 events,Celebrate Independence Day weekend in true Hill Country style at Tapatio Springs from July 3–5! Kick things off with 2-steppin’ on the patio Friday evening with live music and dinner buffet, then wake up Saturday for the American’s Birthday Breakfast before enjoying a fun-filled day including a Family Field Day at Double L Pool. All […]
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Season 3, Episode 7: America250 and TBP Learn more about the Texas Talking Book Program’s involvement with the statewide Texas America250 Reading Challenge, related books and materials available in TBP’s collections, and/or items in the Texas State Library and Archives Commission’s current Texas America250 lobby exhibit (on view through 2026 and online), as well as […]
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The Texas Military Forces Museum, the official Museum of the Texas National Guard, will celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday with music provided by the 36th Infantry Division band, a reading of the Declaration of Independence and speech on its historical context and the role of our military in making its words a reality and defending […]
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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 […]
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56 events,A Day of Art and Patriotism – Free watermelon slices and lemonade; The Shot Heard Around the World shooting paint and media at a canvas; Pop Art, popping balloons filled with paint and media for teens; Liberty Loops string art; and Art Exhibit through July 11 Honoring the USA. Bring your hangable art or dimensional […] Palestine, TX is celebrating America’s 250th birthday in a big way. Join us July 3-4, 2026 for America 250: A Star-Spangled Jubilee, two days of activities, music, and good old-fashioned fun. July 3 brings live music from Detroit Steel, food trucks, vendors, and fireworks. July 4 moves to Old Town Palestine, TX for a parade, […] Join us for Snyder’s Annual Two-Day Freedom Celebration at Towle Memorial Park! Enjoy vendors, delicious food, carnival rides, live music, family fun, and the BEST fireworks show in West Texas at dusk on July 4th. This year will be bigger and better than ever as we celebrate Scurry County’s 150th Anniversary and America’s 250th Anniversary […] July 3 – Soccer Watch Party & Community Kickoff The weekend begins with a large community watch party featuring a live broadcast of multiple World Cup matches. The watch party will include family-friendly activities, interactive games, themed décor, and food vendors offering a diverse selection of cuisine representing global cultures. This activation introduces visitors to […] Celebrate the USA’s 250th birthday in Palestine, TX! Enjoy a weekend of classic, all-American fun featuring a fireworks show, live music featuring Detroit Steel, historical reenactments, a food truck showdown, car show, and more! Bring the whole family for a patriotic celebration filled with tradition and community spirit. Sky Elements Drones returns this year to Irving’s annual Sparks & Stripes celebration. This event brings two days of patriotic fun to life each year, but even more so this year as part of the America250 celebration. Last year, more than 10,000 attendees gathered at Levy Event Plaza to enjoy live music, delicious food, lawn […]
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A Day of Art and Patriotism – Free watermelon slices and lemonde; The Shot Heard Around the World shooting paint and media at a canvas; Pop Art, popping balloons filled with paint and media for teens; Liberty Loops string art; and Art Exhibit through July 11 Honoring the USA. Bring your hangable art or dimensional […]
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Join us at Kreische Brewery & Monument Hill on July 3rd & 4th to celebrate Independence Day as German Texans once did on the Bluff. Activities include: -laser rifle range (inspired by 19th-century German-Texan marksmanship competitions!) -historic games -patriotic craft -special tours -ice cream making Raise your flag high & proclaim “Ich Bin Ein Amerikaner” […]
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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 those colors be achieved when these flags were first made? […]
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76 events,A Fourth of July celebration presented with the Center Point Historic Preservation Association. U.S. flags will be displayed throughout downtown Center Point. Observance of the importance and impact of The Freedom Train: 1945-1947
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Rockport Center for the Arts hosts the Rockport Art Festival, a two-day juried art festival held annually over Fourth of July weekend. Now in its 58th year, the festival is a longstanding community tradition, and this year it opens on Saturday, July 4, providing a meaningful opportunity to engage our community in the national commemoration […]
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Join us for our 3rd Annual Anthem Celebration 5K and Kids Dash, a star-spangled community tradition that brings neighbors together for fun, fitness, and patriotic pride! This year’s race is extra special as we honor the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence—a milestone celebrating the spirit of freedom, unity, and community. Lace up and […]
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In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, the South County Fourth of July Parade Committee proudly presents the 50th Annual Parade themed “America 250!”—a vibrant tribute to our nation’s legacy and future. Held in The Woodlands Town Center, this milestone event will honor the spirit of independence through a dynamic procession of […]
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Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of America at the Patriot Run this 4th of July! Join us for a fun-filled outdoor run and community celebration honoring America’s 250th birthday. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome to take part in the Patriot Run, followed by a lively Food Festival featuring great local eats, outdoor entertainment, […]
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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 […]
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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 […] 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 […]
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On this day 250 years ago, the Declaration of Independence was read aloud to the public for the first time. To commemorate this special date, we will be joining in a nationwide simultaneous public reading of the Declaration of Independence at 5:00 PM today at our school auditorium. The public is welcome to attend. |
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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.
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Celebrate America’s 250th at the Landmark Inn with a look into the diverse traditions and stories that shape our state. Highlighting the unique heritage of Castroville, this program highlights the town’s rich cultural roots, historic charm, and lasting legacy in Texas history.
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The Richardson Community Band will give a concert highlighting musical traditions throughout the eras of our nation’s history. For all ages. |
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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 […]
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Join the National Medal of Honor Museum for Family Summer Day on Saturday, July 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This free event offers a fun way for families to beat the heat with hands-on activities, games, a Museum-wide scavenger hunt, and special screenings of Grandpa and Shorty in the Neel Kearby Theater. The […]
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Please join us on July 25 for what promises to be an enlightening and thought provoking presentation. Dr. Carlson will discuss the lives of Indigenous peoples following European colonization and examine the vital roles that Native nations played during the American Revolution. His presentation will also highlight the experiences of the Indigenous peoples of Texas, whose homelands […]
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Join us on Saturday, July 25th from 10 a.m. to 3p.m. for Family Summer Day at the National Medal of Honor Museum! Discover the stories of Medal of Honor Recipients through a Museum-wide Scavenger Hunt, a special screening of Grandpa and Shorty, and hands-on indoor and outdoor activities inspired by the Medal of Honor values […] |
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Join us for a special Trivia Night with The Waystone! This year we will have 1950s and America 250 themed questions. Winners will receive prizes for 1st to 3rd place.
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