Freedom Bells :This July 4th, ring in 250 Years of America

Celebrate 250 Years of America  Join the National bell-tolling celebration at 12 noon local on July 4, 2026 This July 4th is different. America turns 250 years old -- and across the country, in communities large and small, bells will ring at noon to mark the moment. Church bells. School bells. Firehouses. Town halls. Courtyard bells. Front porch bells. Any bell, everywhere. What it is: Freedom Bells is a national civic celebration organized by the Military Order of the World Wars, inviting every American community to participate in a shared moment of patriotic joy on the most significant Independence Day of our lifetimes. Freedom Bells provides you with all the tools to organize and participate in this national moment of celebration: A countdown to 12 noon local time A ceremony opening for your gathering with music and words for you to say or play A bell tolling moment for your local bells and if you don’t have any – we have them for you. A unique reflection and exploration of the words that our nation’s founders issued this day, 250 years ago A pledge for your group or event to honor America and your role in it Then it is time for fellowship and celebration with your family, friends, and community. Why it matters: America's 250th birthday is an important moment to reflect on the hard won principles that this nation is built on, and stands for. It is a moment of reflection; it is a moment of celebration; and importantly, for those who may have forgotten, or never knew, it is an important teaching moment. What you Do: Go to FreedomBells.org and register your planned participation. Include a “Birthday Wish” to America. If you are a community, veterans organizations, church, chapter, post, or school, you are welcome to upload your logo to share with the others. All registrants receive a commemorative copy of the Declaration of Independence. Use the “Ceremony WebApp” to plan, organize, and execute your America 250 moment. Use the “Circle I” for detailed instructions. Step through and familiarize yourself with Countdown, Gather, Ring, Reflect, Pledge, and Celebrate. Access founding documents to deepen your understanding of what led to this incredible experiment called the United States of America.  Then gather at 11:30am local on July 4th and celebrate America with your friends and neighbors.   What registrants have said: V.O. | Colonel, U.S. Army ret.| Dumfries, VA "May this extraordinary experiment in freedom and liberty continue to stand firm -- and remain forever guided by its enduring promise: We the People."   J.A. | Veteran, Operation Iraqi Freedom | Bay Shore, NY "May we continue to be the land of the free, because of the brave -- and a beacon of hope for every nation that dares to dream of democracy."   D.H. | Veteran, U.S. Army 1976-97 | Ponce Inlet, FL "Long live our great country -- founded on the self-evident truth that all people are created equal, endowed with unalienable rights: Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness."   The City of "Rapid City", SD "Our wish is for an America defined by resilience and hope -- true to its founding ideals, consistent in showing up for one another, and always looking forward."   T.M. | Individual | Winchester, CA "Happy Birthday America -- from the widow of a Vietnam Veteran. God Bless the USA."   REGISTER & LEAVE YOUR OWN BIRTHDAY WISHES TO AMERICA   Freedom Bells is presented by The Military Order of the World Wars, Organizer The National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution – Gold Sponsor The Doughboy Foundation – Supporting Sponsor

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