Saturday, May 2, 2026, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Celebrate 250 years of American history with the History Center and enjoy free admission. The day will include theatrical and musical performances, guided museum tours, hands-on activities led by our Teen Council, mock trials in our historic courtroom, and more.

Schedule
10 a.m. – National Anthem by CFCArts, opening remarks, and flag ceremony (Sons of the American Revolution)
10:20 a.m. – Outdoor concert by CFCArts featuring classic American hits
11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. – Mock trials in our historic courtroom
1 p.m. – Panel discussion with local journalists
3:30 p.m. – Performance of 1776 by the Children of the American Revolution

Enjoy hands-on activities and museum tours throughout the day.

Thank you to our partners, including the Smithsonian’s Democracy in Dialogue Virtual Exchange Program, which makes our Teen Council possible.

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