America is celebrating its 250th birthday with a variety of unique events and festivities across the country. From coast to coast, the long July 4th weekend will offer spectacular fireworks shows, parties, and other celebrations.
Historic Events and Exhibits
The American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, Virginia, is hosting an innovative exhibit called Fresh Views of the American Revolution, which features a dozen paintings by renowned Italian American folk artist Oscar de Mejo. The exhibit runs through August 31 and offers a vibrant, playful, and sometimes absurd look at events like the signing of the Declaration of Independence and Washington crossing the Delaware.
The National Geographic Museum of Exploration in Washington, DC, is also opening on June 26, featuring a $300 million interactive collection that includes several highlights, such as wildlife photographer Joel Sartore’s “Photo Ark: Animals of the Earth” and a “Red, White & Blue” exhibit exploring the United States through the colors of the US flag.
Parades and Reenactments
The Turning Point Parade in Schuylerville, New York, on August 2, commemorates the American victory over the Redcoats at the 1777 Battles of Saratoga. The parade features more than 100 units, including marching bands, military veterans, and historic reenactors.
A massive recreation of the Battle of Gettysburg takes place every year at historic Daniel Lady Farm, which served as a Confederate field hospital and General Edward Johnson’s headquarters during combat. The reenactment complements various 250th anniversary events in Gettysburg, including a “Revolutionary Reads” book club series and “1776, The Musical”.
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