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Happy 250th birthday, America!
A milestone like this has to be celebrated, which is why several municipalities, organizations, and individuals have planned community events centered around the holiday. There are also plenty of opportunities for Caroline Countians to visit local historic sites and museums as we recognize the importance of history and our place in it. Below you will find a guide to how you can celebrate this historic Independence Day for the entire month of July with friends, family, and neighbors. Here’s to a fun, safe, and happy Fourth!
250th Commemorative Dedication
The Sons of American Legion, Squadron #29, Denton, will dedicate a custom designed black, polished granite monument, acknowledging the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence at the Caroline County Courthouse on July 4, 2026. The program starts at noon and includes a rendition of the national anthem and “America the Beautiful” by John Coleman, remarks from Sons of American Legion commanders and local government leadership, and the reveal of the monument. The event is free and open to the public.
Special Community Events
Red White and Blue Celebration: Live Music, Shrimp Dinner, Drink Specials, and Bonfire
Friday, July 3rd, 5:00 p.m. til, Federalsburg VFW Hall (2630 Veterans Dr. Federalsburg)
Contact: 410-829-6308
Dedication of the 250th Anniversary of America Monument on the Courthouse Green
Saturday, July 4, 12:00 p.m., at the Caroline County Courthouse
Contact: Sons of the American Legion Squadron #29
History on the Choptank: 250 Years of Unlikely American Heroes River Cruise
Saturday, July 4, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with River City Cruise Co. (10282 River Landing Rd. Denton)
Contact: rivercitycruise@gmail.com
Caroline County Historical Society Art Challenge
Ongoing community-wide art challenge using materials related to Caroline County history.
Contact: museumofrurallife@gmail.com
Preston 250 Potluck
Saturday, July 11, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m, James T Wright Memorial Park (105 Backlanding Rd. Preston)
Contact: prestonclerk@prestonmaryland.us
Sunday in the Country, Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with Live Music by Regan Kent
Sunday, July 26, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Federalsburg Marina Park (2012 Federalsburg Hwy. Federalsburg)
Contact: federalsburgpr@gmail.com
American History Exhibits, Museums, Tours, and More
Nineteenth Century Blues Quilt Exhibit
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays through July 25, 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Fiber Arts Center (7 North 4th St Denton)
Visit the Federalsburg Heritage Museum
Fridays and Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Federalsburg Heritage Museum (100 Covey William Alley, Federalsburg)
Visit Historic Linchester Mill
Saturdays from July 4 through October 31, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at Linchester Mill (3390 Linchester Rd. Preston)
Visit Ridgely’s 1892 Train Station and Railroad Park
1st Saturdays of the month through September, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at Ridgely HistoricTrain Station (W Railroad St. Ridgely)
Visit the Museum of Rural Life
Saturdays, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Museum of Rural Life (16 N 2nd St. Denton)
Visit the Upper Shore Genealogical Society of Maryland Research Center and Library
Saturdays from July 11, 2026 through July 25, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the Upper Shore Genealogical Society of Maryland Research Center/Library (12156 Greensboro Rd. Greensboro)
Visit Exeter House
Saturday, July 11, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at Exeter House (408 Old Denton Rd. Federalsburg)
