America 250

America's 250th Anniversary 1776-2026 Red, White, and Suffield

In 2026, the United States will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of the country. It is an opportunity for reflection on the ideals of the founders of the nation, but also a time to consider the path forward in expanding our realization of those ideals today.

Calendar of Events

Date	Event Description
Sat, Mar 14	Spring & St. Patrick’s Weekend Hike/Walk celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary – 1 to 3 p.m., at Sunrise Park. Guided hike and fun workshop for all skill levels.
Sun, Mar 15	Samplers with Alexandra Peters, Historian – 2 p.m. at the Suffield Police meeting room. Suffield Historical Society collaboration with Phelps-Hatheway House. Free.
Sat, Apr 4	Revolutionary Era Suffield Mini-Bus Tour – at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Reserve at rsvphistory@gmail.com. Suffield Historical Society collaboration with Parks & Rec. $10 pp.
Tue, Apr 14	America250 Commemorative Process – Bill Sullivan’s American Studies Class will present on Suffield’s preparations – 7 p.m. at the Suffield Police meeting room.
Sat, Apr 25	Dedication of the Liberty Tree in celebration of the 250th anniversary of American independence – 4 p.m., in Veterans Memorial Park south of the library.
May 1–16	20th Century Blues performed by the Suffield Players – 8 p.m. Fri & Sat, 2 p.m. Sun. Subtitles May 2, 16, 18. At Mapleton Hall. Tickets at SuffieldPlayers.org.
Sat, Jun 6	130th Birthday Party for the Sibbil Dwight Kent Chapter of the DAR! – 9:30 a.m. on Middle Green near the DAR rock, followed by tours of the Old Cemetery. Free.
Sat, Jun 6	Picnic in the Park – 1 to 3 p.m., Pavilion at Sunrise Park. Fun nature and tree activities. Bring your lunch and beverages; ice cream provided. $5 per person, $10 per family.
Wed, Jun 17	Tories, Spies & Traitors (The Museum of Culture & History) – 7:30 p.m., following the Historical Society annual meeting at 7 p.m. at the Suffield Police meeting room.
Thurs, Jun 25 - Sat, Jun 27	Suffield Summer Fair - 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday & Friday, Saturday noon to 10 p.m. Live music, rides & games. Fireworks on Saturday!
Sat, Jun 27	Patriots & Potters – Potter Rick of the Pied Potter Hamelin. Make a pot! – 1 p.m. at 880 Burbank Studios, 880 Burbank St. Register at rsvphistory@gmail.com. $5 admission.
Sat, Jul 4	4th of July Boat Parade – 5 p.m. Opening Ceremony at Babb's Beach. Float up or park. Rain date: Sun, July 7. With Citizens Restoring Congamond. Free.
Tue, Jul 7	Ice Cream Social – 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the lawn at The King House Museum. With the Suffield Historical Society. Rain date July 9. Free.