The year 2026 marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776!

 Visit Sholes School as we focus on Presidents’ Day to kick off the year-long celebration.  Get a history lesson about George Washington and Abraham Libcoln – both born in February. Hear how American citizens celebrated the 100th anniversary (in 1876) and 200th anniversary (in 1976), and create a 250th Anniversary souvenir to take home.

At the Durant-Peterson House, enjoy a warm fire in the hearth room and smell the aroma of the winter stew, while examining writings from the family diaries that document daily life in 1876. Come find out what the Durants were doing when the nation celebrated its 100th anniversary.

The Durant House Museum has a suggested donation of $3 per adult and $2 per child for special events. Fees include a visit to the Sholes School Museum as well.