A patriotic and family-friendly community celebration. Free, non-political, and built around the freedoms we share.
Two and a half centuries of self-government, of speech and assembly, of the quiet daily work of being free together. We gather to remember the words that made us, the voices that kept us, and the freedoms that still belong to us all.
A series of speeches on life in 1776, the founding of the Constitution, the Great Debate, and the long impact of freedom on the American experiment.
Sing along to The Star-Spangled Banner, America the Beautiful, and My Country 'Tis of Thee. Lyrics available on site via QR code.
A formal ceremony joined by the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution, honoring the flag and the country it represents.
A dedicated moment within the program to thank the service members past and present who have safeguarded our freedoms.
A program of speeches, songs, prayers, and ceremony — nineteen segments in all.
Howard Amon Park's iconic parabolic bandshell has gathered audiences along the Columbia River for generations. Its sweeping concrete curve carries voices out across the lawn — built into the river bluff like an open palm cupped toward the sky.
It is, by accident or by design, exactly the right place to celebrate two and a half centuries of words spoken into the open air.
Directions & parking →The speakers are confirmed. What we need now are hands — for setup, for the information table, for photography, and for spreading the word. Community partners are welcome too.
Help with setup, staff the Toastmasters info table, take photos, or assist with cleanup.
Sign up →Add your civic group, business, or congregation to our community partners list.
Become a partner →Share the event with your circle. Press kit and social graphics available on request.
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