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Our mission and vision
America250’s mission is to celebrate and commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, marking America’s Semiquincentennial. We aim to inspire our fellow Americans to reflect on our past, strengthen our love of country, and renew our commitment to the ideals of democracy through programs that educate, engage, and unite us as a nation. America250 will foster shared experiences that spark imagination, showcase the rich tapestry of our American stories, inspire service in our communities, honor the enduring strength, and celebrate the resilience of the United States of America.
Info above from https://america250.org/about-america250/
Upcoming Events in Clinton County
Please scroll to view all the exciting events, activities, and programs we have planned!
Sabina’s Stars, Stripes & Summer Night Celebration is July 2nd! 
Join us as we come together to celebrate America’s birthday and enjoy a fun evening with friends, family, and neighbors!
Parade
Begins at 6:00 PM
Starts at Sabina Church of Christ Ends at Sabina Park
Community Picnic & Classic Americana Games
6:30 PM – 8:00 PMEnjoy nostalgic favorites including:
Egg Toss
Sack Races
Bottle Toss…and more family-friendly fun!
FREE Swim
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Our concession stand will be open throughout the event.
Please bring your own drinks to the picnic. If you’d rather travel light, bring an empty cup and we’ll be happy to fill it with water.Celebrate America's 250th birthday at the Clinton County Farmers Market's Semiquincentennial Celebration Market!
Join us for a special patriotic-themed market featuring local vendors, live music, family-friendly activities, and giveaways while supplies last!
Shop fresh local foods, handmade goods, baked treats, and seasonal products while enjoying a festive community celebration honoring 250 years of American history.
Saturday, July 4 | 8:30 AM–Noon
Courthouse Square (43 South Walnut Street, Wilmington)
The Blanchester Area Historical Society in Conjunction with the Continental Manor is Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary and Blanchester's 194th Anniversary with T-Shirts for sale at $20 each. Shirt sizes range from small to XX large and are available at the Museum at 103 E. Center St, or by filling out a mail order form pictured. Please contact blanhistoricalsociety@gmail.com for more details.
The Blanchester Area Chamber of Commerce will host the annual Blanchester Fourth of July Festival from July 2-4, featuring a multi-day lineup of live music, a car show, a parade and a fireworks display.
The three-day community celebration will kick off Thursday, July 2, with the Christ and Community Music Festival. The musical schedule features Rachel Lee from 5 to 6 p.m., Spencer Robinette from 6:20 to 7:50 p.m. and TrueSong closing out the night from 8:30 to 10 p.m.
The music continues Friday, July 3, with the Fourth of July Music Festival. Performing acts include Strong Sibling Rivalry from 4 to 5 p.m., Patrick Roush from 5:20 to 6:20 p.m., Jester from 6:40 to 8:40 p.m. and Life After This performing from 9 to 11 p.m.
Independence Day events on Saturday, July 4, begin with a car show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., followed by the annual holiday parade at 11 a.m.
Festival vendors, food trucks and games will be open from noon to 6 p.m., with DJ Hunter Ellis providing entertainment from noon to 4 p.m. The festival will conclude with a traditional fireworks display at dusk.
Show Your Clinton County Pride with a Limited Edition AM250 Shirt!
Community members can still purchase official America 250 commemorative shirts through the Clinton County History Center, 149 East Locust Street, Wilmington, while supplies last.
These limited edition shirts are a great way to show your patriotic spirit during upcoming America 250 events, parades, festivals, and Human American Flag photo submissions throughout the county.
Adult Sizes: $25
Youth Sizes: $15
Shirts are available for purchase at the Clinton County History Center during regular hours:
- Wednesday – Friday: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
- Second Saturday of the Month: 10:30AM - 12:30PM
Can’t make those times? Call (937) 382-4684 to schedule a private appointment.
Don’t miss your chance to own a special piece of Clinton County’s America 250 celebration!
July 4th Schedule of Events at the JW Denver Williams Jr Memorial Park:
1:00pm – Parade – Starting at Clinton County Fair Grounds on Main St., heading to downtown, left on Mulberry St, left on Locust St. Parade disbands at Locust St and Wayne Rd
J.W. Denver Williams Park Schedule of Events
5:00pm - 10:00pm - Concessions
5:00pm – 9:30 - Children’s activities - Inflatables, Water Slides, and more
6:00pm – 6:45pm - Community Band
6:00pm – Community Band and Cantable – A Gathering of Voices, to perform combined music
7:00pm – 7:30pm - Cantable – A Gathering of Voices
7:50 – 8:00pm – Announcements
8:00 – 8:30pm - Aliyah Good
8:30pm - 9:45 – Jamie O’Neil, country singer – on the city stage in Denver Park (on hillside in front of pond)
10:00 – 10:30 – Fireworks with patriotic music
Parking Lots at Lowe’s, Dove Church and TSC will have concessions and porta johns for the convenience of families who like to watch the fireworks from these areas.
Sound from the stage/bands/announcements as well as patriotic music during the fireworks, will be broadcasted live on local FM station WIOH 95.9 FM for everyone to hear in their cars, as well as anyone throughout the county who cannot attend the festivities.
America 250 events hosted by the History Center, Summer 2026
- Monday June 22 7:00 pm History Center, 149 E. Locust St.
Lecture by Dr. Keith Orejel “The Global Declaration of Independence”
Join the Clinton County History Center on Monday, June 22 at 7:00 p.m. for a special evening program featuring Dr. Keith Orejel, Professor of History at Wilmington College. Admission is FREE to our members and the public. Dr. Orejel’s lecture, “The Global Declaration of Independence,” will explore how the American Declaration of Independence reached far beyond the thirteen colonies, influencing revolutions, democratic movements, and ideas about liberty around the world. As communities across the nation prepare to commemorate America250, this engaging presentation will place one of the nation’s most important documents into a broader international and historical context. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy an informative and thought-provoking evening while learning how the ideals expressed in 1776 shaped conversations and movements across generations and continents.
- Wednesday June 24, 7:00 pm History Center
Program on the 1831 Gist Settlement in Highland County, presented by Paige and Charles Green of the Gist Settlement Legacy Board
This engaging evening program will be presented by Paige and Charles Green of the Gist Settlement Legacy Board. They will examine the story of the Gist Settlement, its founding families, community life, and the important role it played in the broader history of Ohio and the Underground Railroad era. Guests will gain insight into the perseverance, contributions, and lasting impact of the individuals and families connected to the settlement and its place within Clinton County’s historical landscape.
As communities across the nation continue reflecting on the many stories that shaped America’s past, this program offers an important opportunity to learn more about a chapter of local history that deserves continued recognition and preservation.
- Wednesday July 1, 6-8 pm History Center + lawn, special exhibit open
Ice Cream Social, Presentation of awards for the America 250 Art Show,
Revolutionary War Encampment, Recitation of the Declaration
Join us on Wednesday, July 1st from 6:00PM–8:00PM for our America250 Summer Celebration, an evening of community, history, patriotism, and family-friendly fun as we commemorate the approaching 250th anniversary of the United States.
Guests are invited to enjoy an ice cream social on the lawn while experiencing special activities and presentations centered around America’s founding and Clinton County’s connection to the American story.
The evening will feature:
• An ice cream social on the lawn of historic Rombach Place
• A live Revolutionary War encampment with reenactors and historical demonstrations
• A public recitation of the Declaration of Independence
• Presentation of awards for the county-wide America250 High School Art Competition at 7:00PM
• Cash prizes awarded to student artists, including $300 for 1st place, $200 for 2nd place, and $100 for 3rd place
This special event celebrates both the history of our nation and the creativity of Clinton County’s students while encouraging the community to reflect on the ideals and stories that continue to shape America 250 years later.
- Thursday July 2 7:00 pm
America250 1776 Trivia Night at Tin Cap Hard Cider, 59 W. Sugartree St.
Put your knowledge of American history to the test during an evening of fun, friendly competition, and patriotic trivia as part of Clinton County’s America250 celebration!
Join us on Thursday, July 2, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at TinCap Hard Cider, located at 59 W. Sugartree Street in downtown Wilmington, for a special American History Trivia Night hosted by Adrienne.
Gather a team of up to six players and compete for bragging rights, prizes, and a $250 Grand Prize courtesy of the Clinton County History Center. Questions will cover a wide range of American history topics, from the nation’s founding to modern times, making this a fun challenge for history enthusiasts and casual players alike.
Enjoy great food, cold drinks, and an exciting atmosphere while celebrating America’s upcoming 250th anniversary.
Bring your friends, form your team, and see if you have what it takes to become the American History Trivia Night champions!
- Wednesday July 8, 7:00 pm History Center
Lecture by Michael Cooper ‘The Battle of Fallen Timbers”
Refreshments
Michael Cooper presents early American history during the period when the United States began its expansion westward. The event is free and open to both History Center members and the general public. This lecture will discuss the events, places, and conflicts in western Ohio and eastern Indiana that shaped the destiny of several nations who once called the region home. Guests will discover the modern communities that trace their legacy to the early days of the American Republic and learn how the road to Fallen Timbers can still be followed today. This fascinating program offers a closer look at the early United States armies and the stories connected to the frontier era that helped shape the region we know today.
Bios: Michael and Rebecca Cooper have been living historians for the early American period since 2006. They have conducted extensive research into the clothing, life-styles, and habits of Americans from 1790 to 1821. They frequently travel to historic sites across the mid-west, Niagara region, and Canada. The couple speaks on a variety of topics associated with this time period to school groups, fraternal and sororal clubs, and historical societies. Michael and Rebecca are proud to have been a part of War of 1812 bicentennial, Indiana Statehood, and several city bicentennial commemorations including Wilmington’s own celebrations.
- Saturday July 11 10:00 am to Noon, History Center
Second Saturday Program by Shelby Boatman
“Clinton County's Revolutionary Roots”, Special exhibit open
Coffee and pastries
- Monday July 27 7:00 pm History Center
Program “Where Were Your Ancestors in July 1776?”
Led by Karen Buckley and Christine Snyder
Refreshments
A fascinating genealogy and history program presented by Karen Buckley titled, “Where Were Your Ancestors in July of 1776?” Admission is free and open to both members and the general public. As the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, this engaging lecture invites guests to step back in time and consider where their own family members may have been during one of the most pivotal moments in American history. Were your ancestors living in the colonies? Serving in the Revolutionary War? Remaining loyal to the British Crown? Already moving westward? Or perhaps living in another part of the world entirely? Karen Buckley will explore ways genealogists and family historians can begin tracing their family stories during the Revolutionary era while also examining the broader historical landscape of July 1776. This program is perfect for seasoned researchers, casual history lovers, and anyone curious about their personal connection to the American story.
- Thursday September 24 7:00 pm History Center
Lecture by Michael Cooper “The Star Spangled Banner”
Refreshments
Michael Cooper presents an engaging program exploring the history, people, and places that gave rise to America’s national anthem and one of the nation’s most recognizable symbols. The event is free and open to both History Center members and the public. All ages are welcome! This presentation discusses how the American Flag rose to become an iconic symbol of freedom around the world. From one rainy night of terror to a dawn of glorious perseverance in the face of overwhelming opposition, guests will learn how the Star-Spangled Banner received its name and why it continues to be displayed with such pride today. Discover the story behind the flag, the anthem, and the enduring spirit that helped shape the United States.