America 250 NC County Flag Challenge

Thursday, March 26, 2026

Alamance Community College - Main Campus

 Commons & Student Activities Center

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Awards ceremony at 6:30pm.

 This event is graciously sponsored by the Scott Family Collection.

Light refreshments will be available.

To commemorate America 250, 4th grade students from across Alamance County have created original county flag designs and written accompanying essays that reflect their pride in place. They were encouraged to think about local history, culture and geography through symbolism. 

Their creative work will become a lasting legacy of this historic moment, offering a meaningful snapshot of our community through the eyes of its young people. Participation allows students the opportunity to contribute to a meaningful and public-facing community project. 

We are thrilled to host this special, family-friendly event at Alamance Community College and we warmly welcome all children to attend. Event flags will be posted throughout campus for easy navigation, and a campus map will be provided in advance. During the event, we will also recognize the student whose design has been selected to represent Alamance County at the statewide level.

Please join us on March 26th to congratulate these students for a job well done!

Honoring our past, celebrating our present and inspiring our future.

As part of North Carolina’s statewide commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, Alamance County invites you to explore its rich heritage through immersive events, educational exhibits, and cultural celebrations that reflect our shared journey toward freedom.

From the historic Battle of Alamance site to vibrant festivals and storytelling programs, this campaign celebrates the voices, traditions, and resilience that shaped our region and our nation. Join us as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and inspire the future—right here in the heart of North Carolina.

Created by Dr. Emily Sneff

Declaration Stories, a weekly series of essays on different copies of the Declaration of Independence, running from July 2025 through the 250th anniversary in July 2026. This series is created by Dr. Sneff, an early American historian, consulting curator, and leading expert on the Declaration of Independence.

Most Recent Submission:

February 4, 2026 - The Newport Press

Five months after he printed the Declaration, Solomon Southwick decided to leave Newport, but first, he buried his printing press.

To explore from the beginning, visit Declaration Stories.