Orange County Celebrates 250 Years of Freedom
Join Orange County in honoring our past, celebrating our present, and shaping our future —
together. July 4, 2026 marks a once-in-a-generation milestone.
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Ways to Mark This Historic Year
From four-minute history moments to planting a Liberty Tree, there are dozens of ways for your family, business, or organization to participate in America’s 250th celebration right here in Orange County.
250 Seconds
Dedicate 4 minutes and 10 seconds at the start of any meeting to share a significant historical moment through July 4th.
Find 250 Seconds TopicsPlant a Liberty Tree
Plant a commemorative Liberty Tree on your property with a plaque. Liberty Trees have been symbols of patriotism since 1765.
Learn the HistoryCreate a Time Capsule
Design a time capsule reflecting present-day Orange County. Set it to be opened fifty years from now.
How-To GuideSpirit of America Reading
Read the Declaration aloud with millions of Americans. Pacific Time reading: 3:00 PM on July 8, 2026.
Register Your ReadingDisplay Founding Documents
Hang reproductions of the Declaration, Constitution, Bill of Rights, and Emancipation Proclamation in your home or office.
Order Official PrintsLight to Unite
Light up your home in red, white, and blue on the evening of July 4, 2026. Join the National Flag Foundation's initiative.
Get InvolvedAmerica's Potluck
Gather with neighbors on July 5, 2026 to share a meal and honor our bonds as fellow citizens.
Get the ToolkitCreate a Freedom Wall
Set up a space where employees or family post responses to prompts like "What freedom means to me."
Download Prompt CardsBook Reading Club
Consider the "Declaration Book Club" from Monticello with guided readings and discussion questions about Jefferson.
Start a ClubLunch & Learn Sessions
Invite guest speakers to informal lunch sessions educating colleagues about founding principles and key events.
Find ResourcesWrite to Our Troops
Many service members will be overseas on July 4th. Send letters and patriotic packages to honor their service.
How to Send LettersRegister & Vote
Register to vote. Attend a city council meeting. Participate in elected officials' town halls. Self-governance requires active citizens.
Register to VoteBe Part of the Celebration
We encourage organizations, businesses, families, and individuals to join us in this historic celebration.
Together, we can honor our past, understand our present, and shape our future
Your financial support will enable us to develop and host educational programs, community events, and much more.
Every contribution helps us bring this celebration to life and reach more people.
