On July 8, 2026, communities across Massachusetts are invited to take part in Sharing the Spirit of America, a statewide and nationwide initiative commemorating the 250th anniversary of the first public readings of the Declaration of Independence.
As the birthplace of the American Revolution, Massachusetts holds a unique place in this history. The first public reading of the Declaration of Independence took place in Boston in 1776, and this initiative offers communities across the Commonwealth a meaningful way to honor that legacy together.
