Page 29 - Wallingford Magazine Issue 59 Spring 2026

Families can enjoy food trucks, outdoor
activities, and performances through-
out the weekend, culminating in a spe-
cial outdoor Patriotic Pops Concert by
the Wallingford Symphony Orchestra
on the lawn at Choate Rosemary Hall—
an evening of music under the summer
sky celebrating the enduring spirit of the
nation.

Traditions That Continue
The celebration continues beyond June
with community traditions that reflect
the nation’s founding ideals.

On July 4, residents are invited to gath-
er at the Parsons House for a traditional
Independence Day program featuring a
reading of the Declaration of Indepen-
dence, a ceremonial bell ringing, and
historical displays.

Then, in August, the town will dedicate
a Liberty Elm Tree at Center Street Cem-
etery. Descended from the historic Lib-
erty Trees that served as gathering plac-
es for colonists in the years leading up to
the Revolution, the tree will stand as a
living symbol of freedom, resilience, and
civic pride for generations to come.

A Moment to

Celebrate Together
For the Wallingford 250 Committee, the
yearlong celebration is an opportunity
not only to honor the nation’s past but
also to bring the community together.

Through history, music, art, and shared
traditions, the committee invites resi-
dents to celebrate America’s milestone
birthday while reflecting on the values
that continue to shape the town today.

For more information or to find out
how you can volunteer, contact
rozgallagher@yahoo.com or
tknapp@gaylord.org.
For the full schedule of events and up-
dates, visit www.wallingford250.org

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