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America 250 Hartselle
The City of Southern Hospitality
Fourth of July Freedom Celebration
★ 1776 ★ 2026 ★
Countdown to July 4, 2026
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About Hartselle
The City of Southern Hospitality
Hartselle, Alabama is a proud, close-knit community with a rich history, strong values, and a bright future. We honor our past, celebrate our present, and look forward to the next 250 years of freedom.
Discover Hartselle
Car & Tractor Show
Classic Cars • Muscle Cars • Antique Tractors
Crate Engine Giveaway!Our History
Proud of Our Heritage
From railroad roots to a thriving community, Hartselle has a history worth celebrating.
Hartselle Depot
Historic Community Landmark
Historic Community Landmark
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freedom250@leegreene.com
Schedule
Fourth of July Freedom Celebration
Patriotic Opening Program
Sparkman Civic Center gym. SAR members in Continental uniforms will post the colors.
Declaration of Independence Reading
A member of the Sons of the American Revolution will read the Declaration of Independence.
Festival Activities
Patriot Walk, exhibits, vendors, food trucks, bounce houses, contests, car and tractor show, and family activities.
Aquatic Center Open
The Aquatic Center will be open for the day.
Patriot Walk Experience
Thirteen stations. One passport. A hands-on journey through American history.
Families can visit 13 educational and interactive booths and receive a Patriot Passport. Complete the passport, then sign a Declaration of Independence with a quill pen for later city display.
- 13 Educational Stations
- Passport Program
- Declaration Signing
- SAR Musket Demonstrations
- DAR Exhibits
- Hartselle Historical Society Displays
Vendor Village
Local vendors, food trucks, churches, and community booths.
Vendor Village will feature local crafts, food trucks, churches, community organizations, and local businesses helping make the celebration fun for everyone.
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Hartselle in Red, White & Blue
The Story of America
250 years of sacrifice, innovation, correction, courage, and possibility.
1776
The Declaration of Independence set a new course for liberty and self-government.
1812
America defended its young republic and renewed its independence.
1861–1865
The nation endured civil war, abolished slavery, and began the long work of rebuilding.
2026
Hartselle celebrates the past while inspiring the next 250 years.
Sponsors
Support the Celebration
Sponsors may receive website recognition, event signage, social media promotion, booth opportunities, and community visibility.
Presenting Sponsor
Premier recognition and top placement.
Liberty Sponsor
Prominent event and website recognition.
Patriot Sponsor
Recognition throughout event materials.
Community Sponsor
Name recognition and support listing.
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