250th

Happy 250th Birthday, America!

On July 4, 2026, the nation will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Throughout St. Lawrence County, we will celebrate the journey toward this historic milestone as an opportunity to pause and reflect on America’s past, and we will honor the contributions of all Americans as we look ahead toward the future we want to create for the next generation and beyond.

The Silas Wright House in Canton, New York

Open Doors to History

Free Entry & Commemorative Coin Challenge

Be part of a countywide celebration of history with ‘Open Doors to History’ - a special set of free and donation-based public entry days to designated historic places and spaces across St. Lawrence County in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. Visit museums, heritage sites, historic buildings, and unique landscapes throughout the county where you can meet local historians, uncover the stories of our founders and influential citizens, admire architecture worthy of Europe, enjoy exclusive giveaways at participating sites, capture photos with historic character cutouts to earn limited edition 250th Commemoration Challenge Coins, and enter for a chance to win great prizes during St. Lawrence’s County’s History Month in October.

May 2nd

June 6th

July 4th

Commemorative 250th Bells

Ring for Freedom

Be part of a historical moment as communities across St. Lawrence County ring bells together at 10:00 a.m. on July 4th to celebrate America’s 250th. Step outside and join in from wherever you are, or connect with a local event to ring alongside friends and neighbors. Share your experience on social media with #STLC250.

Get Your Commemorative 250th St. Lawrence County Bell

On Sale April 15th

Special St. Lawrence County commemorative bells in observation of this special anniversary are available for purchase at the St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center in Canton, NY at 101 Main Street for $5 cash with an additional fee for credit card purchases.