Reading is Revolutionary, Celebrate 250 at HV Library

Active, Adults, Friends, Kids, Seniors, showcase, Teens

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026 with Huntingdon Valley Library! We have programs and events for patrons of all ages to commemorate this anniversary.





Adult Events

The Secret Army: Secrets and Spies of the Revolutionary War
Wednesday, May 13 at 7 pm
Learn about the fascinating exploits of male and female spies on both sides during the Revolutionary War. Presented by Herb Kaufman. Please RSVP.

Mysteries of The Revolutionary War
Thursday, June 18 at 7 pm
Separate fact from fiction with this presentation that focuses on the mysterious, misrepresented, and often imagined incidents of the Revolutionary War.
Presented by Herb Kaufman. Please RSVP.

Teen Events

Live Action Oregon Trail Game for Teens
Thursday, July 16 at 6:30 pm
Work together to survive this live action version of the Oregon Trail game. For students in grades 7-12. Registration is required.

Children’s Events

Happy Birthday, USA
Thursday, July 1 at 7 pm
Celebrate the 250th signing of the Declaration of Independence with a birthday party! Recommended for families with children of all ages. Registration is required.

Colonial Playtime
Thursday, July 9 at 2 pm
Try out some of the games that children played during colonial times, such as quoits, jackstraws, cup-and-ball, and tops. Recommended for elementary-aged children. Please RSVP.

All Ages Events

Beanstack Bingo Challenge
January 19-July 4
Click here to join this fun reading challenge!

Kit’s Interactive Theatre presents Colonial Faire – 1737
Saturday, May 16 at 2 pm
Enjoy a fun-filled interactive play that depicts the arduous life of early America as well as the revelry. For families with children ages 5 and up. Please RSVP.

Benjamin Franklin
Thursday, June 4 at 6:30 pm
Actor and historian Mitchell Kramer brings Ben Franklin to life. Please RSVP.

Movie Matinees

Fridays at 11 am

Miracle – January 30
Glory – February 13
Selma – February 27
A League of Their Own – March 6
Iron Jawed Angels – March 20
The Right Stuff – April 10
Top Gun – May 15
Apollo 13 – June 12
1776 – July 3