Overview
How do we remember the American Revolution—and why does that story keep changing?
Remembering 1776, a new exhibition at Sigal Museum, invites visitors to explore how Northampton County has marked the nation’s founding across three major anniversaries: the Centennial in 1876, the Bicentennial in 1976, and today’s Semiquincentennial in 2026. Along the way, you’ll encounter commemorative souvenirs, publications, keepsakes, and everyday objects created to mark each celebration—items meant to preserve memory, inspire pride, and tell a story about their own time. From parades and pageantry to monuments and missed moments, the exhibition reveals that history isn’t just about the past; it’s shaped by the hopes, anxieties, and values of the present.
Step in, look back, and discover what our changing traditions say about us today.
January 15 – December 31, 2026
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