Events

Hamilton County officials will gather on the steps of the Hamilton County Courthouse for the County's first-ever America 250-Ohio Flag-Raising Ceremony, kicking off local celebrations commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The ceremony will recognize the nation's upcoming semiquincentennial and highlight Hamilton County's participation in America 250-Ohio Communities initiative. The event will include a ceremonial raising of the America 250-Ohio Community flag and a public reading of the Declaration of Independence.

Chardon's America 250 Celebration is a multi-day community event running July 1-5, 2026.Wednesday, July 1: Ohio Goes to the Movies: The GooniesThursday, July 2: History lecture by Dr. Bari Oyler Stith at Geauga Theater, followed by a children's production of Tom SawyerFriday, July 3: Polka band performance and fireworksSaturday, July 4: Old Glory Day with parade, courthouse dedication, time capsule ceremony, food and activitiesSunday, July 5: Community gathering with food, state activities, and live musicFree and open to the public.

The event examines how the Great Depression challenged institutional and political norms. It explores differing approaches to addressing the economic crisis and examines the left- and right-wing challenges to the New Deal and the individuals who sought to undermine it.This is the seventh installment in the Great Depression Lecture Series.