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Easton's Heritage Day is this Saturday

Jul 08, 2009 | Written by

Posted in Events, History

On July 8, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was read (for only the third time publicly) from the steps of the historic Easton courthouse. Every year the city of Easton celebrates the unique occasion during its Heritage Day festivities. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, July 12 and feature food, entertainment, tours, Thomas the Tank Engine train rides, reenactments, music, and –as always — fireworks. For a full schedule and more information, visit the Heritage Day website.

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