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SUMMER READING PROGRAM: AMERICA 250
Celebrate with us the 250th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence on
July 4, 1776. The signing of the Declaration of Independence was a pivotal moment in American history,
when 56 of our founding fathers committed to the birth of a new nation. Representing the original 13 colonies,
the 56 delegates to the Second Continental Congress signed the Declaration at
Independence Hall in Philadelphia on August 2, 1776.
The significance of this event proclaimed the colonies as “free and independent States” that were
no longer colonies of Great Britain, culminating the colonist’s long struggle for independence and
the establishment of a new government.
July 4, 1776. The signing of the Declaration of Independence was a pivotal moment in American history,
when 56 of our founding fathers committed to the birth of a new nation. Representing the original 13 colonies,
the 56 delegates to the Second Continental Congress signed the Declaration at
Independence Hall in Philadelphia on August 2, 1776.
The significance of this event proclaimed the colonies as “free and independent States” that were
no longer colonies of Great Britain, culminating the colonist’s long struggle for independence and
the establishment of a new government.
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NOTABLE FOUNDING
FATHERS John Adams • Samuel Adams
Benjamin Franklin • Alexander Hamilton John Hancock • Patrick Henry • John Jay Thomas Jefferson • Richard Henry Lee Robert R. Livingston • James Madison George Mason • Robert Morris Peyton Randolph • Roger Sherman Joseph Warren • George Washington James Wilson |
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NOTABL EVENTS THAT
LEAD TO INDEPENDENCE Stamp Act • Boston Tea Party
Intolerable Acts American Revolutionary War Lee Resolution Declaration of Independence Treaty of Paris United States Constitution Bill of Rights |
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America250 is a nationwide initiative commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the
Declaration of Independence. It aims to honor America’s history, culture, and achievements while
engaging citizens in a nationwide celebration of the nation’s past, present, and future.
America250AL is the state of Alabama’s local initiative to commemorate America’s 250th Birthday,
celebrating Alabama’s unique contributions to American history and culture. The project is part of the
larger America250 and focuses on engaging Alabamians in state-specific events,
educational programs, and community activities.
Declaration of Independence. It aims to honor America’s history, culture, and achievements while
engaging citizens in a nationwide celebration of the nation’s past, present, and future.
America250AL is the state of Alabama’s local initiative to commemorate America’s 250th Birthday,
celebrating Alabama’s unique contributions to American history and culture. The project is part of the
larger America250 and focuses on engaging Alabamians in state-specific events,
educational programs, and community activities.
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“Paul Revere’s Ride”
by: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. |
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“The Boston Tea Party”
by: Russell Freedman |
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