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Owasco museum to host talk on Declaration of Independence
3+ hour, 5+ min ago (118+ words) A copy of the Declaration of Independence, printed by Robert Luist Fowle in July 1776, sits on display at Christie's during a preview for the "We the People: America at 250" auction in New York. As America turns 250, the Declaration of Independence…...
Museum opens new exhibit on Horry County's role during American Revolution
3+ hour, 57+ min ago (201+ words) HORRY COUNTY, S. C. (WPDE) " When it comes to South Carolina's role in our nation gaining independence 250 years ago, you may think of battles in places like Charleston and Camden as the Palmetto State's lasting legacy. Even though Horry County didn't technically…...
Curious Traveler: Paul Revere's other ride - a 250th anniversary story
6+ hour, 5+ min ago (60+ words) The Daily News of Newburyport Fort Constitution where Fort William and Mary once stood. On the rocky banks of the Piscataqua River, on a cold, late fall day in Portsmouth, New Hampshire " four months before the Battles of Lexington and…...
Learn about role Clark County played in Revolutionary War
22+ hour, 58+ min ago (206+ words) Not many people know that the Revolutionary War reached Clark County, but two upcoming events from the Clark County Historical Society aims to change that. As part of the America 250 commemorations, the Clark County Historical Society is holding two days…...
The American Revolution: A Screening and Panel Discussion at Bard College
19+ hour, 9+ min ago (49+ words) The American Revolution: A Screening and Panel Discussion'Bard College Dean of the College Presents The American Revolution: A Screening and Panel Discussion For more information, call 845-758-7083, or e-mail email protected. Time: 5: 00 pm " 6: 45 pm EDT/GMT-4 Location: Fisher Center, Sosnoff Theater...
Donations sought for Revolutionary War monument
12+ hour, 26+ min ago (122+ words) WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - A Revolutionary War monument is being planned for outside the Jefferson County Office Building. It will commemorate veterans who fought during the Revolutionary War before settling in Jefferson County. The Jefferson County Revolutionary War Monument Committee…...
Local author recounts how royal statue was melted into wartime bullets
21+ hour, 23+ min ago (1795+ words) Peter Vermilyea, a social studies teacher at Housatonic Valley Regional High School and author of the newly published "Litchfield County and the American Revolution," speaks at the D. M. Hunt Library on April 4 about how Litchfield residents turned a statue of King…...
St. Lawrence County celebrates America's 250th with unique experiences and events
19+ hour, 50+ min ago (150+ words) Canton " St. Lawrence County is celebrating America's 250th anniversary with a series of unique, place-based experiences designed to connect residents and visitors with the region's history in meaningful ways. A full calendar of local events is available at www. STLC250. com, serving…...
Fulton County Historical Society to celebrate Fulton County Day at the museum on April 18th
19+ hour, 5+ min ago (153+ words) Gloversville, N. Y. - Celebrate 188 years of Fulton County! Fulton County was created from Montgomery County by an act of the NYS Legislature on April 18, 1838. This April 18th from 10am-1pm, the museum will be open to visitors. Stop in for a special display about our…...
Hunterdon County appoints commissioner to lead America 250 celebration efforts
20+ hour, 29+ min ago (343+ words) HUNTERDON COUNTY, N. J. " Hunterdon County officials have appointed Commissioner Shaun C. Van Doren to help lead local planning efforts for the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary celebration. The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners named Van Doren as special liaison to the county's America…...