

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Declaration: The Story of America's Independence
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 11 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the Hershey History Center will host acclaimed historian and author Robert P. Watson, PhD on Monday, May 11, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for an engaging discussion of his latest book, Declaration: The Story of America’s Independence.

Watson’s Declaration uncovers the lesser-known stories, surprising twists, and forgotten voices behind the creation of the United States’ most iconic document. 

​Attendees will gain insight into the complex and often misunderstood origins of the Declaration, including the missteps of the British Crown, shifting colonial sentiments, and the contributions of enlightened thinkers who helped spark a revolutionary moment in history. 

Books will be available for purchase, and the author will offer autograph opportunities following the presentation.

​HHC Members receive 10% discount on all purchases.

More information at https://www.hersheyhistory.org/declaration-story-of-americas-independence

Find Robert Watson on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/professorwatson
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hershey/declaration-the-story-of-americas-independence/200029742390232
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://www.hersheyhistory.org/declaration-story-of-americas-independence?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=hershey-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Hershey
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 40 Northeast Dr, Hershey, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17033
- **lat**: 40.29264
- **long**: -76.64789
- **full address**: 40 Northeast Dr, Hershey, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17033

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Hershey History Center (https://allevents.in/org/hershey-history-center/5006999)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Mon, 11 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 40 Northeast Dr, Hershey, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17033
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Hershey History Center
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, literary-art
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Declaration: The Story of America's Independence ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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