Independence Day at Landis Valley | America 250 Celebration in Lancaster, PA

Saturday, July 4, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of American Independence with a fun, family-friendly day of history at Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Experience Independence Day as it might have been celebrated during America’s founding as you explore our historic Pennsylvania German village, meet living history interpreters, and enjoy hands-on activities for visitors of all ages.

📜 Declaration of Independence Readings

Throughout the day, visitors will hear live readings of the Declaration of Independence presented by our historic interpreters in buildings across the village. As you travel through the museum, each stop reveals another portion of this remarkable document, bringing the story of America’s independence to life.

The readings will also be recorded as part of Pennsylvania’s statewide America 250 Declaration of Independence Reading, which will be shared across the Commonwealth on July 8.

🔎 America 250 Family Scavenger Hunt

Become an America 250 explorer!

Families are invited to participate in our interactive America 250 Scavenger Hunt, searching the museum grounds for 15 historic posters provided through a special partnership with the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture (PSPA).

These beautifully illustrated posters highlight the vital role that Pennsylvania agriculture played in the founding and growth of the United States.

Every family that completes the scavenger hunt will receive a complimentary set of collectible America 250 historic trading cards, courtesy of Dr. Scott Sheely, Landis Valley Associates Board Member, and the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture.

Your Admission Includes

🇺🇸 Live Declaration of Independence readings

🌾 America 250 family scavenger hunt

🎴 Complimentary collectible historic trading cards

🏡 Living history demonstrations throughout the historic village

🔨 Historic trades, farm buildings, gardens, and Pennsylvania German heritage

🌳 Nearly 100 acres of beautiful museum grounds to explore

Whether you’re looking for a meaningful way to celebrate Independence Day, a unique family outing, or an opportunity to experience Pennsylvania history where it happened, there’s no better place to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary than Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum.

Join us as we celebrate America 250—Landis Valley style!