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On July 4, 2026, the United States marked the 250th anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, the birth of our Nation.
“From Concord Bridge in 1775 to the Edmund Pettus Bridge in 1965 and beyond, the quest for liberty has resonated through the generations.”
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Become a Semiquincentennial School As we approach America’s 250th birthday celebration, it is an ideal moment for schools in Alabama to place a renewed focus on the values of patriotism...Be there! Saturday, August 29th!🌳 Join Us for a Special Liberty Tree Dedication Ceremony 🇺🇸The City of Chelsea and the Chelsea Al Historical Society & Museum invite you to a very special celebration as we continue to commemorate the 250th anniversary of our nation's founding.On Saturday, August 29, at 2:00 PM, the Cahaba-Coosa Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution will dedicate and plant a Liberty Tree at the Chelsea Historical Museum as part of the America's 250 celebration.We are honored that Chelsea has been selected for this meaningful distinction and look forward to sharing this historic occasion with our community.The ceremony will include:• Planting of the Liberty Tree• Dedication of a commemorative placard• A historical demonstration presented by the Sons of the American Revolution• An opportunity to learn more about the significance of the Liberty Tree and America's founding📅 Saturday, August 29🕑 2:00 PM📍 Chelsea Historical Museum41 Weldon DriveChelsea, AL 35043While you're there, we invite you to explore the Chelsea Historical Museum and learn more about the people, places, and stories that have shaped our community. Be sure to follow the Chelsea Historical Museum on Facebook for local history, upcoming events, and fascinating stories from Chelsea's past.Interested in helping preserve Chelsea's history for future generations? We welcome new members who share a passion for our community's heritage. Membership applications are available here:www.cityofchelsea.com/DocumentCenter/View/561/Membership-Application-pdfA special thank you to the Cahaba-Coosa Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution for this incredible honor. We look forward to celebrating this historic milestone together with our community.#ChelseaAL #ChelseaHistoricalMuseum #America250 #LibertyTree #SAR #PreservingHistory #CommunityHeritage #ItsAllAboutFamily
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