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:

June 16, 2026 - The  Mask

The Declaration of Independence was printed in two newspapers in the resort town of Bath, England, in 1776. It appeared in the Bath Journal, printed by John Keene, on Monday, August 19, and the Bath Chronicle, printed by Richard Cruttwell, on Thursday, August 22. However, readers of each of these newspapers experienced the news of independence differently.

To explore from the beginning, visit Declaration Stories.