Celebrate the anniversary of the arrival of the Declaration of Independence to New Hampshire in 1776 at the 36th American Independence Festival on Saturday July 11th, 2026 10 am to 4 pm in downtown Exeter, NH. This year, admission is again FREE!
- Witness the arrival of the Declaration & a live reading.
- View the original that was brought here in 1776.
- Explore historic trades from 18th Century Artisans practicing traditional skills and crafts (courtesy of the Exeter 250 Commission).
- Learn about life as a colonial soldier from the First NH Regiment and other reenacting groups.
- Play colonial games, dance and music.
- Visit the American Independence Center galleries and historic tavern
- Talk with George Washington, Jack Staines, and other historical interpreters.
- Drink a local brew in the beer garden.
