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When In the Course of Human Events:
Declaring Independence in Lancaster 1776
In the spring of 1776, the Massachusetts’ assembly sought to know the hearts and minds of the people. They charged each town with debating and resolving a critical question: Should the colonies declare independence from Great Britain? Once the Continental Congress declared independence each town was ordered to have their ministers read the declaration and to record the fact in their town records.
On June 26th 2016 The Bulfinch Fund, Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area and the American Antiquarian Society will be partnering again to recreate this very important event in our town’s and our country’s history. Join us for the reading of the Declaration of Independence, narrated by Jim Moran, Director of Outreach at the American Antiquarian Society and read by the townspeople of Lancaster.
The Bulfinch Meetinghouse 725 Main St Lancaster MA 01523
3 – 4 pm
This event is part of the Bulfinch 200th Anniversary Celebration and is followed by
the Church’s Annual Strawberry Festival with chicken salad and all things strawberry (ice cream, shortcake…)!
* Declaration of Independence Reading
Date and Time
Sunday Jun 26, 2016
