06/08/2026
AMERICA 25O EVENT! 🇺🇸 On July 8, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was first read aloud in public. 🗓️ On July 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM, you’re invited to mark this historic moment at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum in St. Augustine, Florida!
In partnership with the Daughters of the American Revolution Maria Jefferson Chapter and the Sons of the American Revolution St. Augustine Chapter, this event is part of a nationwide simultaneous reading of the Declaration of Independence. Local community leaders will read selected portions as voices across the country join together.
Held in downtown St. Augustine, the nation’s oldest city, there is no more fitting place to reflect on the founding of the United States.
This event is free and open to the public. No reservations required.
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2026 Events
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🇺🇸July 3: Summer Night Market during First Friday Art Walk
🇺🇸July 4: 250th ($2.50 tickets with sponsorship)
🇺🇸July 8: Nationwide Declaration of Independence Reading
🇺🇸September 5: Aviles Fest
🇺🇸September 19: St. Augustine Book Festival
🇺🇸October 2-31: Mortality and Mourning: Women in Black Candlelight Tours
🇺🇸October 24: Trick or Treat Festival
🇺🇸October 30: Overnight Paranormal Experience
🇺🇸November 21-January 18: Art and History — Family Traditions
👉🏽FOLLOW: Ximenez-Fatio House Museum