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Celebrate America’s Independence with Discovery Park

Jul 3rd, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Celebrate America’s Independence at Discovery Park.”

Make plans to visit Discovery Park on July 3, 2021 and interact with living historians, such as James Madison, Samuel Adams, Betsy Ross, John Stowe and Joseph Plumb Martin. Be part of the Boston Tea Party and throw tea over the bridge as part of a reenactment of the famous event that changed the course of American history. Plus, participate in the “Ringing of the Bell” ceremony with the reading of the Declaration of Independence. After the special program, enjoy colonial games and activities throughout the park.

Schedule:

Boston Tea Party at the Chapel

July 3, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Help reenact the Boston Tea Party, a famous event that changed the course of American history.

Ringing of the Bell Ceremony at the Chapel

July 3, 2021 at 1:30 p.m.
“Let’s ring freedom bells!” Celebrate this nationally-recognized event with patriotic music and the reading of the Declaration of Independence. We will ring our Liberty Bell 13 times for the first 13 colonies of the United States of America.

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The mission of Discovery Park of America is to inspire children and adults to see beyond. Discovery Park of America is a 501(c)(3) public charity funded by generous individuals, corporations and foundations including its founder, the Robert E. and Jenny D. Kirkland Foundation.