America250PA Carbon County and participating townships, boroughs and municipalities invite the community to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial (America250PA) was established by the legislature and Governor in 2018 to plan, encourage, develop and coordinate the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, Pennsylvania’s integral role in that event, and the impact of its people on the nation’s past, present, and future.
America250PA hopes to engage all citizens of the Commonwealth, from all 67 counties, bring the Commonwealth’s history into the conversation so Pennsylvanians can better understand the origins and multiple perspectives of issues facing our Commonwealth & nation today, use history to encourage and inspire future leaders, celebrate the contributions of Pennsylvanians to our Commonwealth’s history but also to our Nation’s history, leave a lasting impact on the next generation and to spark an interest in which will ignite the drive for them to appreciate all the triumphs, trials and tribulations to which contributed to the Commonwealth for which they are now writing their own history.
Carbon County’s chapter, lead by Kim Werley, is seeking sponsors and community participation to bring to life initiatives to support the Semiquincentennial. Sponsorships will play a pivotal role and provide significant visibility for supporters, as well as offering the opportunity to demonstrate dedication to community heritage and national pride. Sponsorship dollars will help fund educational initiatives, community events, marketing and special awards.
Interested businesses and individuals can visit https://www.poconomountains.com/america250pa/carbon-county to learn more about updates, events, initiatives and everything America250PA Carbon County. To secure your sponsorship level, contact Marlyn Kissner at mkissner@poconos.org or via telephone at 610-751-4932. Checks can be made payable to PMVB (with “Carbon County 250PA Sponsorship” in the memo line) and mailed to Pocono Mountain Visitors Bureau (1004 W Main St., Stroudsburg PA 18360). Credit Card payments are also accepted.
Join America250PA in making history and creating an unforgettable America 250 Celebration.
Information provided to TVL by:
Carbon Chamber & Economic Development
