Declaration of Independence Live Reading Event

Name: Declaration of Independence Live Reading Event — The War Memorial
Start: 2026-07-08T17:30:00-0400
End: 2026-07-08T19:00:00-0400
Location: The War Memorial

Wednesday, July 8, 2026
5:30 PM 7:00 PM

The War Memorial 32 Lake Shore Road Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236 United States (map)

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Declaration of Independence Live Reading Event

The War Memorial and the Daughters of the American Revolution, Louisa St. Clair Chapter, are partnering to present a live reading of the Declaration of Independence on July 8th.

Gather with special guests, fellow visitors, DAR members and more for a live, simultaneous nationwide public reading of the Declaration of Independence with one and all in Grosse Pointe Farms and across the country. Doors open at 5:30pm, with the nationwide reading taking place at 6pm sharp!

Following the reading, enjoy the beautiful grounds of the War Memorial. Ice cream will be served and the DAR will provide fun patriotic themed crafts for children.

Registration is complimentary but required.

Your Evening

5:30pm: Doors Open

6pm: Reading of the Declaration of Independence on The War Memorial Lakefront Lawn

This event is presented as part of America 250, a nationwide commemoration marking the 250th anniversary of the United States. In 2026, select programs at The War Memorial invite reflection on our shared history, civic ideals, and the stories shaping the nation during this milestone year.