Colonial Pemaquid and the Spirit of Patriotism - Listen to the Voices

It has been 238 years since the Declaration of Independence was penned, but its words are just as meaningful today as they were in the 18^th century. To honor that decisive document in American history, Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site will host an annual reading at 2 PM on Friday, July 4.   Led by historian and living history interpreter Don Loprieno, with commentary of both an 18^th and 21^st century nature. 

In addition to the traditional reading this year dissenting voices will be heard featuring interpretive interns who will portray individuals loyal to the crown, and those representing the official British government.  The famous letter from Abigail Adams to her husband John, in which she urges him “not to forget the women”, will also  be highlighted. 

What better way to celebrate the 238th anniversary of the nation’s independence than by considering a more inclusive perspective of this celebrated national event.
 
This event is free other than the customary Maine State Park fees.  Donations are welcome. The reading is sponsored by The Friends of Colonial Pemaquid. The grounds of Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site include a partially reconstructed fort with permanent exhibit, archaeological ruins and historic structures, a burial ground, artifact museum and gift shop. Open daily from 9 AM to 6 PM, from Memorial Day through Labor Day, Colonial Pemaquid offers a glimpse of English frontier settlement life in the New World during the 17^th and 18^th centuries.  
 
Visitors are encouraged to return on Saturday, July 12 at 2:00 PM for “Families of the Eastern Frontier”, a special program highlighting life on the colonial frontier and featuring personal accounts, clothing, crafts, games, and cooking.  (Rain date July 13)