# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm – Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 06:30 pm
- **Event Description**: July 8, 1776 was the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia. Now, 250 years later, there will be public readings of the Declaration on July 8, 2026 at sites all across the nation at 6pmET/5pmCT. 

Join the Historical Society, CAR, DAR, SAR, and the First Missouri State Capitol for a public reading of the Declaration. Join for part or all of the event! See details below. 

4:30pm - Meet at First State Capitol and pick up "mini Liberty Bells" for procession
4:45pm - procession from First State Capitol to steps of the St. Charles County Historical Society (101 S. Main, St. Charles)
5:00pm - Reading of the Declaration
5:30-6:30pm - light refreshments and grounds open at the yard of the First State Capitol
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/st-charles/public-reading-of-the-declaration-of-independence/200030243147837
- **Event Categories**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 25

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: St Charles
- **state**: MO
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 101 S Main St, St. Charles, MO, United States, Missouri 63301
- **lat**: 38.78114
- **long**: -90.48175
- **full address**: 101 S Main St, St. Charles, MO, United States, Missouri 63301, 101 S Main St, St Charles, MO 63301-2802, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence being held?
  - **A:** Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence takes place on Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm to Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 06:30 pm at 101 S Main St, St. Charles, MO, United States, Missouri 63301, 101 S Main St, St Charles, MO 63301-2802, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence?
  - **A:** Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence is organized by St. Charles County Historical Society.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in St Charles, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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