b'23AMERICA 250 23ACTIVITYAmerica 250 Homecoming PicnicThe perfect way to celebrate a big event is with a picnic, anddays past, kids activities, curator talks about American history, Americas 250th birthday is no exception! In July, communitiesand speakers giving historic speeches. across the state of Ohio will honor 250 years of freedom, unityThe event will culminate with the annual Independence Day and progress by gathering for picnics, music, and family-friendlyConcert, performed by the Toledo Concert Band fromevents that showcase local heritage and American pride. These2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the veranda of the Historic Hayes America 250 Homecoming Picnics will be an opportunity forHome. The concert band features members of the Toledo communities to come together, reflect on the past and lookSymphony Orchestra. ahead to the next 250 years and beyond of shared promise. Bring a chair or blanket for seating on the spacious Hayes Home On July 4, 2026, America turns 250, and the site of Americaslawn. Admission to the picnic, games, talks, and concert is free. first presidential library is the perfect place to celebrate. EnjoyThe museum will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and a day of nostalgic fun, an old-fashioned picnic, and a patriotictours of the historic Hayes Home will be offered throughout the concert by a band featuring members of the Toledo Symphony atday. Discounted admission to the home and museum will be the Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums.available. For updated times and a schedule of activities, visit Bring a picnic or purchase food on-site at Spiegel Grove, the 25- their website.acre wooded estate of 19th U.S. President Rutherford and First rbhayes.orgLady Lucy Hayes. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., enjoy games from More Events1 EARLY SUMMERScan the QR code for shows at 2 Ohio Pirate Con the Fremont Community Amphitheater.2 LATE SUMMERDont miss Ohio Pirate Con Rock n Awe 3 on July 24-26, 2026, at the Sandusky Fremont County Fairgrounds.1 Community3 WINTERJoin us at Rock & Awe for Amphitheater a spectacular light show on the facade of the Sandusky County Courthouse.from Fremont! Vintage Fremont Postcard'