July 4, 1776 – Breaking News: Independence Is Declared! | Dietrich Theater in Tunkhannock
Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 11:00 AM
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with July 4, 1776 – Breaking News: Independence Is Declared! at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM. This free presentation is presented by the Tunkhannock Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR).
Discover how news of the Declaration of Independence spread across the colonies in an era when information traveled only as fast as the fastest horse. The program explores the challenges of communication in 1776 and introduces attendees to the wives of the 24th Connecticut Militia Regiment of the Wyoming Valley, revealing how they first learned that independence had been declared.
This engaging historical presentation offers a unique perspective on the Revolutionary era and the experiences of local residents during the birth of a new nation.
Admission: Free
Presented By: Tunkhannock Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)
Call 570-836-1022 ext. 3 for tickets or more information.