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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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From the bottom of our hearts... thank you.What an incredible two days Sweet Home 250 was.Sweet Home 250 was more than a festival - it was a celebration of our nation's 250th birthday, our shared history, and the community that came together to make it all possible.To everyone who joined us, thank you for spending your Independence Day with us. Whether you came for the live music, historical reenactments, food trucks, fireworks, family activities, competitions, or simply to celebrate America, you helped make this event truly unforgettable.We are especially grateful to our volunteers, staff, historical interpreters, performers, vendors, sponsors, public safety partners, and everyone who worked tirelessly behind the scenes. Your dedication brought this vision to life.As you scroll through these photos, we hope you relive some of your favorite moments - and maybe even spot yourself among the memories! From smiling faces and waving flags to spectacular performances and dazzling fireworks, these images capture just a small glimpse of what made Sweet Home 250 so special.Thank you for helping us honor America's past while celebrating its future. We were honored to share this historic milestone with you, and we look forward to welcoming you back to American Village soon.Here's to the next 250 years.
Did you attend Sweet Home 250? Did you also get your picture taken with Uncle Sam?Follow this link to find your picture! ->
Uncle Sam @ American Village 7-4-2026 · Saturday, Jul 4 📸
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Shared album · Tap to view!On this day in 1861, the first battle of Bull Run (Manassas) was fought between over 60,000 Union and Confederate soldiers. This was the first major battle of the U.S. Civil War. Both sides felt the war would only last a few months and both were optimistic of victory. Bull Run (Manassas) and the horrible fighting that took place there gave evidence that the war would be a long and costly affair. Almost 5,000 casualties occurred and the Union army retreated from the field into Washington DC (30 miles away). Please click on the link below to learn more about the battle.-> www.battlefields.org/learn/civil-war/battles/bull-run #America250 #A250AL #america250alabama #americanhistory #Semiquincentennial #OnThisDay #ThisDayInHistory #HistoryNerd #historyforyoungpeple #americanvillage #Alabama #americanvillage_alabama #discovershelbyal #montevallo
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