“Nursery of Rebellion”: Princeton and the American Revolution
Drawing on an array of PUL’s manuscript and rare book collections, this exhibition will commemorate the 250th anniversaries of U.S. independence and the Battle of [...]
Real and Remembered: Princetonians Caught Between Study and Revolution
By the time battles raged nearby, Princeton had become a center of revolutionary thought and youthful activism. Revolutionary sentiment stirred early on campus, with students [...]
02
Jul
250th Birthday Bash with Stage a Story
Let's have a 250th birthday bash!! After reading Ten Rules of the Birthday Wish by Beth Ferry, we will act out what it might be [...]
America 250 Birthday Bash
Children ages 4-12 are invited to celebrate America’s big birthday with games, a craft and birthday treats! This program takes place on Thursday, July 2 [...]
America 250 Patriotic Suncatcher
Join us to make the America 250 patriotic suncatcher craft. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library. This program takes place on Thursday, July 2 [...]
02
Jul
Ewing 250 Independence Day Fireworks and Concert
Ewing's Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza Friday, July 2nd, 2026 - gates open at 6:30, fireworks after 9 pm @ the Green Lane Fields. Heritage Showcase [...]
02
Jul
Ewing 250 Independence Day Fireworks and Concert
Ewing's Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza Friday, July 2nd, 2026 - gates open at 6:30, fireworks after 9 pm @ the Green Lane Fields. Heritage Showcase [...]
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