# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Independence Day at the Mansion
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Friday, July 4th, 10am - 1pm
 
The Historical Society of Dauphin County will present the 16th annual public reading of the Declaration of Independence on Friday, July 4th, from the porch of the John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion.  The Declaration will be read by John Harris, Jr., portrayed by reenactor David Biser.  

Readings will take place on the hour at 10:00am & 12:00pm. This is the perfect way to spend time before enjoying the City's Food Trucks at Riverfront Park!

Admission to readings of the Declaration is free.

A tour of the Harris-Cameron Mansion will be offered after the 10am reading at a special price of $4.00.  HSDC members, children six and under, and any police, fire, first responder and military members and their families will be admitted free.
*** There will also be a used book sale inside the Mansion during the event.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrisburg/independence-day-at-the-mansion/200029946472926
- **Event Categories**: fourth-of-july, food-drinks
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 7

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Harrisburg
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: John Harris  Simon Cameron Mansion
- **lat**: 40.256683
- **long**: -76.878586
- **full address**: John Harris  Simon Cameron Mansion, 219 S Front St, Harrisburg, PA 17104-1619, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Independence Day at the Mansion
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Independence Day at the Mansion being held?
  - **A:** Independence Day at the Mansion takes place on Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm at John Harris  Simon Cameron Mansion, 219 S Front St, Harrisburg, PA 17104-1619, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Independence Day at the Mansion?
  - **A:** Independence Day at the Mansion is organized by Historical Society of Dauphin County.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Independence Day at the Mansion is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Harrisburg, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Independence Day at the Mansion sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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