• American Legion Post 57 US Flag Retirement Ceremony

    American Legion Post 57 Jacksonville 1511 Pelham Rd, Jacksonville, United States

    On June 13 from 1100-1200 American Legion Post 57 will have coloring available for small kids; an essay contest (subject to be determined) for kids in 4th through 8th grade and 9th through 12th grade (prizes will be awarded to top three); we will also conduct a short class on US Flag protocols/etiquette.We will start...

  • Together Under One Flag: Flag Day Celebration

    Pelham City Cemetery 137 Industrial Park Drive, Pelham, United States

    Pelham will celebrate Flag Day with an afternoon of patriotism as part of the America 250 Celebration in Pelham on Sunday, June 14. The afternoon begins with a Flag Retirement Ceremony at 1:00 p.m. at Pelham City Cemetery, located at 137 Industrial Park Drive, Pelham, AL 35124. Residents are encouraged to drop off old, faded,...

  • Flag Day Program

    Bicentennial Park 1456 S Brundidge St, Troy, United States

    Free program celebrating Flag DayJune 14th 3-5 PM at Bicentennial Park in Troy (1456 S Brundidge St, Troy, AL)Patriotic music by Five Guys brass quintet from 2:30 - 3:003:00 - 5:00 Program on flag etiquette and demonstration, history of the American flag, and flag retirement ceremonyRain venue is First Baptist Church Family Life Center, 200...

  • Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with Niki Sepsas: River Roads Through History

    Homewood Public Library 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, United States

    This history series with Niki Sepsas tells the remarkable story of American Independence celebrating our 250th anniversary. Provided through a grant from America 250 Alabama. The key roles played by the St Lawrence and the Mississippi Rivers in setting the stage for the clashes between French and British forces in North America that eventually led...

  • Tuscaloosa County Liberty Tree Dedication

    Synergic Center 3650 5th St., Northport, United States

    Event begins at 11:00am at the Synergic Center (3650 5th St. Northport, AL 35476). The event will feature comments from special guests and local history groups. Sponsored by the Tuscaloosa County 250 Committee & Tuscaloosa County Commission. Free and open to the public.

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  • Young Explorers Archaeology Adventure

    Washington County Public Library 14102 St Stephens Ave, Chatom, United States

    Part of the Washington County Public Library Summer ProgramLocation: Washington County Public Library11 - 12:30 Step back in time and discover the rich history beneath your feet. Hands on activity presented by Washington County Museum. Learn about the prehistoric marine fossils, native tools and arrowheads, and artifacts from Old St. Stephens from Spanish Coins to...

  • Watch Party for The American Revolution Documentary by Ken Burns: Episode 4

    Downtown Huntsville Library 915 Monroe St Southwest, Huntsville, United States

    We will watch one episode each week and finish on July 1, just in time to celebrate America 250. The American Revolution Series: May 27 - Episode 1: In Order to Be Free (May 1754-May 1775) June 3 - Episode 2: An Asylum for Mankind (May 1775 – July 1776) June 10 - Episode 3:...

  • Freedom Lecture Series at TROY: The Founding and Slavery

    Troy University 600 University Ave, Troy, United States

    With the upcoming Juneteenth celebration, we explore provisions made by the founding fathers for the freedom of all with Dr. Tim Buckner from Troy University.

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