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SUMMARY:Sharing the Spirit of America: A Nationwide Reading of the Declaration of Independence
DESCRIPTION:Sharing the Spirit of America:\nA Nationwide Reading of the Declaration of Independence\nJust as the Declaration of Independence was read to the people on July 8\, 1776\, now\, 250-years later\, Americans in all 50 States and 16 Territories of the United States will read the Declaration of Independence ‘together’. The Declaration will be read simultaneously at state capitols\, city halls\, county and municipal buildings\, schools\, libraries\, community centers\, parks\, and other public places of gathering across the nation. \nJoin the Wisconsin America250 Commission and WDVA in the Wisconsin State Capitol Rotunda where the Badger State will celebrate this historic milestone with a reading of Declaration of Independence at 5 p.m. CDT. \nCan’t make it to the Capitol? \nFind a Reading Near You:\nView A Map of Locations \nHost Your Own Reading:\nDownload a Copy of the Declaration of Independence\nShare Your Reading Location \nSpecial thanks to the Hawaii America250 Commission for organizing this nation!
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/sharing-the-spirit-of-america-a-nationwide-reading-of-the-declaration-of-independence/
LOCATION:Wisconsin State Capitol Rotunda\, Madison\, WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience,Wisconsin America250
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SUMMARY:Celebrating AMERICA250: Independence Day on the Capitol Square
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, July 4\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM (Full Schedule Below)\nLocation: Wisconsin State Capitol & the Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, Madison\, WI\nCost: Free and open to the public \nEvent Overview:\nJoin fellow Wisconsinites on the historic grounds of the State Capitol for a once-in-a-generation Independence Day celebration! As part of the nationwide AMERICA250 Semiquincentennial initiative\, the Wisconsin America250 Commission and the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) are proud to co-sponsor a majestic day of music and community pride. \nBrought to you in partnership with the Capitol City Band Association\, this milestone event brings history to life right in the heart of Madison. Come honor the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding with music and inspiring stories of your family\, friends\, and neighbors who served. \nSchedule of Events:\nPatriotic Concert – Tribute to the Troops: Then and Now\n10:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n \n\nLocation: Wisconsin State Capitol Grounds (King Street Walkway)\nThe Music: Enjoy a musical performance by the Capitol City Band\, led by conductors Dave Pedracine and Zach Masa-Myers\, that will fill the Square with a powerful selection of patriotic standards\, stirring Sousa marches\, and timeless American compositions.\nThe Salute: At the heart of the concert is a deeply moving musical and narrative salute to America’s armed forces – “Tribute to the Troops: Then and Now.”\nThe Colors: Bear witness to a proud military tradition featuring a formal presentation of the colors by the VFW Post 7591 Black Knights Color Guard and Auxiliary.\n\nSpecial Gallery Tours\n1:30 PM & 3:30 PM or self-guided (doors open at 10:00 AM) \n\nLocation: Wisconsin Veterans Museum (30 W. Mifflin St.\, where State Street and the Square meet)\nThe Tour: Enduring Service: 125 Years of Veteran Stories\nThe Experience: On the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence\, the Wisconsin Veterans Museum staff are giving special gallery tours to share amazing stories of Wisconsin veterans from the past 125 years. Join us for stories of the behind-the-scenes jobs needed to keep the military moving\, Wisconsin women who were the first in their ranks or in their endeavors in the military\, and WWI women and men surviving the results of the trenches. Guided tours will be given at 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm or come in anytime to go at your own pace. All ages welcome.\nFor more information click here.\n\nAttendee Details & What to Bring \n\nSeating for the Concert: The morning performance is an open-air\, lawn-style event. Attendees are highly encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets for comfort.\nMuseum Admission: Admission to the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and the special Enduring Service gallery tours are always free.\nInclement Weather: In the event of severe weather\, the morning concert will move into the Capitol Rotunda. Afternoon museum tours will take place indoors rain or shine.\n\nCome celebrate America’s 250th birthday on the Square\, where Wisconsin’s gratitude meets our nation’s history.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/celebrating-america250-a-semiquincentennial-independence-day-celebration-on-the-capitol-square/
LOCATION:Wisconsin State Capitol\, 2 East Main Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wisconsin America250
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