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Independence Day Celebrations at Fort Stanwix

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Date: June 26, 2022

On Monday, July 4, Fort Stanwix National Monument is hosting a free event in honor of our nation’s birthday. An interactive reading of the Declaration of Independence will take place at 2 p.m., followed by salutes to the new nation. Opportunities this year also include a “bring-your-own picnic” at noon, a “Join the Continental Army” program at 3 p.m., and chances to declare your loyalty to the King or Congress throughout the day.

A full list of the day’s events can be found on the park website and Facebook page.Independence Day in 1780, for the 1st New York Regiment at Fort Stanwix, was one of great celebration. The day with marked with cannon and musket salutes, cheers for America’s allies, and a day free from the monotonous labor of soldiers’ work.

“Independence Day was celebrated every year at the fort by the soldiers we honor today,” said Park Ranger Kelly Cardwell, “There’s something for everyone as we all celebrate the country’s 246th birthday!”   

Fort Stanwix National Monument is open seven days a week from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission to the park is free. For more information about upcoming events please call the park at  (315) 338-7730. Please visit the park’s web page at www.nps.gov/fost, or follow us on Facebook, YouTube, or Instagram, for additional information about the park and up-to-date news about park events. Fort Stanwix is one of over 400 parks in the National Park System. To learn more about national parks, visit www.nps.gov.



Last updated: July 6, 2022

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