The Sussex County Library System (SCLS) invites the community to explore and celebrate the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States through a series of engaging USA 250 programs.
These events highlight America’s history, culture, and founding through educational presentations, interactive experiences, and family-friendly activities for all ages. Programs include historical discussions, crafts, and hands-on learning opportunities that encourage participants to reflect on the nation’s past while looking toward its future.
Join the library in April for:
Revolutionary War Transcription for Teens
5:00 pm on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 via Zoom
Miss Alana will show teens how to navigate and help the National Archives transcribe valuable documents through Citizen Science.
The Whippany Burying Yard: 300 Years of History
1:00 pm on Saturday, April 18, 2026
Main Library, 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ
Join Hanover Township Landmark Commission Chairperson, Michael Czuchnicki, to learn the fascinating history of the Whippany Burying Yard, established in 1718.
Additional programs and details can be found on SCLS’s dedicated USA 250 webpage: SussexCountyLibrary.org/usa250. In addition to upcoming events, this page offers educational resources and information to help the community commemorate and explore the nation’s founding, with an emphasis on local history.
View all upcoming events at Sussexcountylibrary.org/events. All events are free and open to the public.