2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of the United States of America! Find out about how the library; Lebanon County; Pennsylvania; and the U.S.A. are celebrating the big birthday.
Celebrate the U.S.A.’s semiquincentennial with a literary road trip! Pick up the Read, White & Blue reading challenge at the library or download and print a copy. Created by Matthews Public Library staff, this self-paced reading challenge features books that will take you on a road trip through all 50 states, five inhabited American territories, and the District of Columbia. Read at your own pace and in any order. All book titles are available to borrow from Matthews Public Library or other Lebanon County libraries; please check the online card catalog or with a librarian regarding a specific title’s current availability.
America250 | The official national website with all the details about the celebration, including opportunities for you to contribute, special events, and the latest news about the celebration.
America250PA | The official website for Pennsylvania’s commemoration of our nation’s birth, including initiatives, special events, and the latest news about the celebration.
American250PA-Lebanon County | The county committee organizing local events to commemorate America’s 250th birthday; check out the website for the latest news and upcoming events, including how you can get involved!
Interactive Digital Declaration of Independence | Interact with and learn more about the Declaration of Independence, courtesy of the National Constitution Center.
