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The Spirit of ’76, America’s Bicentennial Celebration Historical Markers
During the time America was celebrating its Bicentennial (1776-1976), historic markers were erected to commemorate different events or projects. This Marker Series is for those historic markers that have the Bicentennial logo, were inspired by, have reference to it in someway within its context or was placed by a Bicentennial committee, commission etc.
On Main Avenue at 9th Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Avenue.
of the courageous men of America. It is the responsibility of every one of us to keep the great ideal for which they fought and died. We must keep the faith with these Honored Dead. It is to us, the Living, that the Torch of Liberty and Freedom and . . . — — Map (db m53204) WM
On U.S. 34 at South 6th Street, on the left when traveling east on U.S. 34.
Since 1868, Seward has, with but few interruptions, sponsored a yearly 4th of July celebration which has gained national attention. This square, the original site of the festival, is today its focal point. Special trains once brought revelers here . . . — — Map (db m101843) HM
On Interstate 80 at milepost 355.2, on the right when traveling west.
The American Bicentennial was a time for pondering the past and speculating about the future. Nebraskans commissioned a series of modernistic sculptures for Interstate highway rest areas that would dramatize this meeting of past and future.
More . . . — — Map (db m79829) HM
On Victorian Ave at Prater Way (Nevada Route 445), on the right when traveling east on Victorian Ave.
Railroad Park was officially dedicated on July 4, 1976, in commemoration of our nation's 200th birthday. It was officially named James C. Lillard Railroad Park, by the City of Sparks City Council on July 12, 1976, in honor of Mayor James C. . . . — — Map (db m67227) HM
On Broad Street at Bank Road, on the right when traveling north on Broad Street.
Near this site, one of our country’s first ferries was operated from circa 1695 to late 19th century. During Revolutionary times, it was used by Washington and his troops. This area was called “Dunks Ferry” before Beverly, N.J. was . . . — — Map (db m35872) HM
On Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
King George of England granted charter to Christ Church, Belleville on Feb. 10, 1746. First church built here 1836. Oldest grave marker date 1785. Church now at 393 Washington Ave. Original bell, 1837 and organ, 1875 there. Belleville Historical . . . — — Map (db m52167) HM
On Main Street at Belleville Tnpk (Rutgers St) (New Jersey Route 7), on the left when traveling south on Main Street.
First wooden bridge built in 1790 – Anthony Rutgers of the Rutgers family for which Rutgers University is named. Operated as a toll bridge until destroyed by a great flood 1841. His widow sold charter to widow of Nicholas Joralemon. New bridge . . . — — Map (db m52486) HM
In the Bicentennial Year the Swedish-American Community commemorates the founding of the First Swedish Church in New Jersey in 1703 on this site, visited April 8, 1976 by his Majesty Carl XVI Gustaf, King of Sweden. — — Map (db m79409) WM
On Main Street (New Jersey Route 670) near Veterans Drive.
The contents of this
Time Capsule
are presented
to the residents of Sayreville, New Jersey
in 2076 from the
residents of Sayreville, New Jersey
in 1976
Mayor John E Czernikowsky
Councilmen
Kenneth W. Buchanan, Sr. • Alvin W. . . . — — Map (db m5181) HM
On North State Road (New York State Route 34 at milepost 30.5), 0.2 miles south of Downs Road, on the left when traveling south.
William McCreedy and family, burial site. Soldier in Revolution. Born 1755 - Died 1824. Early Methodist meeting held in nearby family home. — — Map (db m88480) HM
On Washington Avenue north of East 6th Street, on the right when traveling north.
The Dunkirk Bicentennial Commission on this 3rd day of July in the year of 1976 officially and formally dedicate this park to remind us of the high ideals of liberty, brotherhood and democracy which inspired the American Revolution; of the . . . — — Map (db m278575) HM
On Wyncoop Creek Road (County Road 3) just south of Main Street (County Road 60), on the right when traveling south.
Generals John Sullivan and James Clinton were appointed by George Washington to lead a punitive expedition against the hostile tribes of the Iroquois Confederacy and to capture the British forts at Oswego and Niagara. The objectives were to . . . — — Map (db m198208) HM
On Warren Street at Park Place, on the right when traveling west on Warren Street.
was dedicated May 3, 1975 to honor the volunteers
and the nation. This fountain was made possible
through the generosity of the following:
[Concerned Citizens and Organizations] . . . — — Map (db m118546) HM
On U.S. 9 at Interstate 84, on the right when traveling north on U.S. 9.
[ American Revolution Bicentennial Memorial Marker : ] 1776 ★ ★ 1976 To all the brave souls who passed through, served, and died here at the site of the Northern Department Supply Depot, Fishkill, New York. 1776 – 1783 May . . . — — Map (db m190273) HM
On Franklin Avenue at Front Street, on the left when traveling east on Franklin Avenue.
1776 1976
Town of Washington
Village of Millbrook
Celebrate the Bicentennial
200 Years of Freedom
Erected by the Bicentennial Commission
Ernest A. Ciferri, Chairman
William L. Still, Co-Chairman
Robert J. Rogers, Co-Chairman . . . — — Map (db m139867) HM
On Broadway (U.S. 20) 0.2 miles south of West Main Street, on the right when traveling west.
Earliest big industry in Alden from the 1850's to the early 1900's. Local and foreign hides tanned for upper leather. Hemlock bark from nearby forests hauled in by horse and wagon, used in the process. The large building spanned Tannery Creek. — — Map (db m75544) HM
On Brant Farnham Road (New York State Route 249) at Brant Angola Road (County Route 323), on the right when traveling west on Brant Farnham Road.
Town of Brant Memorial Park Originally named Sampton in 1820, Morse's Corners in 1835, and organized as BRANDT on Mar. 25, 1839 after the Mohawk Chief Col. Joseph Brandt. His Indian name, Pha-wan-da-nee-gah, meant "Wood partly burned" or . . . — — Map (db m104240) HM
On Bidwell Parkway at Potomac Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Bidwell Parkway.
Founded 1851 as Buffalo Female Academy. First located on Johnson Park, the school moved to present site in 1909. The seminary remains the first and only non-sectarian private high school for girls in western New York. — — Map (db m80401) HM
On Main Street at South Division Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Street.
Ellicott Square Building Opened by Ellicott Square Company in 1896 as largest office building in world. Daniel H. Burnham, architect. Steel frame, brick and terra cotta exterior, Italian marble, ornamental iron decorations, and marble mosaic . . . — — Map (db m92875) HM
On Porter Avenue at Fargo Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Porter Avenue.
First women's college in western New York. Established 1908 by the Grey nuns. Center building, 1874, originally housed Holy Angels Academy. College led renewal of city's west side by expansion program, 1954-1969. — — Map (db m80027) HM
On Main Street (U.S. 20A) 0.2 miles west of Shearer Avenue.
in 1803 Joseph Ellicott with Jabez Warren, East Aurora's pioneer settler, surveyed and laid out Middle Road, also known as Big Tree Road, for the Holland Land Company. It extended a distance of 43 miles from the Genesee River to Lake Erie including . . . — — Map (db m74558) HM
On Ridge Road at South Park Avenue (U.S. 62), on the left when traveling east on Ridge Road.
Father Baker's Gas Well ——•—— At this site on August 22, 1891 natural gas was found at a depth of 1137 feet. This well and its twin continued to produce sufficient gas for many of the energy needs of Our Lady of Victory . . . — — Map (db m93920) HM
On East Quaker Road (U.S. 20A) at Baker Road, on the left when traveling east on East Quaker Road.
Built in 1840 - replaced log cabin erected when property was acquired from Holland Land Company in 1804. The Baker family - prominent Quakers in this area - lived here for five generations. This home served as one last station of Underground Railway . . . — — Map (db m80830) HM
On North Buffalo Road (New York State Route 240) at Webster Road, on the left when traveling north on North Buffalo Road.
The Webster Family were early settlers in this community. Erastus Webster served under Secretary of State Seward in the Cabinet of President Abraham Lincoln. He represented the U.S. Gov't during the transfer of the Confederate emissaries Mason and . . . — — Map (db m80546) HM
On Savage Road (County Route 225) 0.1 miles south of Genesee Road (County Route 409), on the right.
The present Sardinia Town Hall was the first Baptist Church in the area, built in 1829, dedicated in 1830. It was instrumental in later organization of churches in Arcade, Holland and Chaffee. — — Map (db m76271) HM
On Knoche Road 0.1 miles east of Elmwood Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Louis P.A. Eberhardt Home Kenmore's founder, Louis Phillip Adolph Eberhardt built this home in 1893-94 and occupied it until 1918 when it was acquired by the YWCA. This brownstone home and its twin, built by LPA's brother Fred, cost $15,000 . . . — — Map (db m97913) HM
On Indian Church Road 0.1 miles west of Union Road, on the left when traveling west.
Site of original Middle Ebenezer Memorial Church, built of handmade bricks. Christian Metz held first church service March 1846. When Ebenezer Society moved to Iowa in 1864, property was bought by Fourteen Holy Helpers Church congregation and . . . — — Map (db m167890) HM
On Bridge Street at County Route 152, on the right when traveling west on Bridge Street.
1875 - 1930 F J & G R. R.
Northern Terminal Rail Route
To Adirondacks. Sacandaga
Amusement Park 1 Mi. South
Coney Island of The North
— — Map (db m11423) HM
On Alleghany Road (New York State Route 77) near East Main Street ( Route 33), on the left when traveling south.
Rev. Hugh Wallis organized the First Presbyterian Church of Pembroke July 1, 1817. In 1829 Andrew Harroum gave a quarter acre of land for this church building which was completed in 1831 by a congregation of 78 members. The church bell was cast in . . . — — Map (db m76058) HM
On Akron Road (County Route 11) at Gilmore Road, on the right when traveling west on Akron Road.
Son of William and Elizabeth Parker, born in a log cabin overlooking the water-falls, at Indian Falls, N.Y., then part of the Tonawanda Indian Reservation. Volunteered into the army, and became General Grant's Military Secretary. He was . . . — — Map (db m76082) HM
On Main Street (New York State Route 5) at Boyce Road, on the right when traveling west on Main Street.
Site of first permanent settlement ? Town of Pembroke ? David Goss, coming from Massachusetts in 1804, took up land on the Holland Purchase. His dwelling, which he converted into a tavern, was the first Public House in the Township. . . . — — Map (db m126162) HM
On East Main Street (New York State Route 5) at Lake Avenue ( Route 15A), on the left when traveling west on East Main Street.
Lima Bank Robbed This vault was in the "Bank of Lima" at the time of the first bank robbery in Livingston County. February 6, 1915. — — Map (db m116961) HM
On Ridge Road (New York State Route 104) 0.1 miles east of Root Road, on the right when traveling east.
Quaker Meeting House. 1836 cobblestone meeting house of the Hartland Orthodox Friends was in use until 1905.
Quaker Cemetery. The Orthodox Friends Cemetery was used from 1836 until 1905 — — Map (db m78464) HM
On Chestnut Ridge Road (New York State Route 77) at Gasport Road, on the right when traveling south on Chestnut Ridge Road.
An old Indian trail used by travelers to Fort Niagara, widened for wagon use about 1800, later a stage route from Batavia to Niagara. — — Map (db m72105) HM
On NYS Rte. 31 (New York State Route 31) 0.2 miles east of Grange Road, on the right when traveling east.
Built 1871 - served Syracuse Northern RR - burned and rebuilt about 1890. Renamed Clay Station 1903. First PO in town. D. Sotherden, Owner — — Map (db m65338) HM
On Main Street 0 miles east of High Street ( Route 94), on the right when traveling east.
In Honor of
The Men and Women
of the Town of Chester
Who Served Their Country
1917 - In The World War - 1919
[Column 1:]
Charles Babcock, Jr.; John E. Bailey; George W. Bartow; William D. Bartow; Anthony S. Becker; . . . — — Map (db m22545) HM
On East State Street at South Main Street ( Route 98), on the right when traveling east on East State Street.
This Liberty Tree was planted October 25, 1975, by the Orleans County Board of Supervisors in commemoration of the United States Bi - Centennial celebration.
1776 - 1976 — — Map (db m276831) HM
On Dutch Hill Road north of Orangeburg Road, on the right when traveling south.
Town of Orangetown Rockland County, N.Y. Settled 1639 by David De Vries; County seat of Orange County 1683-1764; Established by New York State 1788 from parts of Lockhart (1685), Tappan (1686) and Kakiat (1696) Patents: Home of the Orangetown . . . — — Map (db m138662) WM
On New Main Street (New York State Route 36) 0.1 miles south of Oliver Street, on the right when traveling north.
Built by Christopher Hurlbut between 1804 and 1806 and was used as a home and a tavern. One of the oldest frame houses in Steuben County. — — Map (db m76112) HM
Near North Main Street (Business U.S. 23) at Depot Street (State Road 1247), on the left when traveling north.
Herein are mementoes from the people of the year A.D. 1976 to the people of the year A.D. 2076. Sealed during our Bicentennial Celebration July 4, 1976 Erected by the Waynesville Rotary Club — — Map (db m163899) HM
Dedicated as a Bicentennial Tribute to the men and women of Polk County who have perpetuated two hundred years of freedom by serving in the Armed Forces of the United States during times of war and national emergency. — — Map (db m11390) HM
On Boat Ramp Road just west of 1st Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
The last stern wheel ferry on the Missouri. Built by Oscar Anderson in 1951 and operated by him on the Missouri River at Washburn from 1952 to 1962. Restored by the Washburn Bi-centennial Committee in 1976. American Revolution Bicentennial . . . — — Map (db m235096) HM
Near 2nd Street East north of Avenue C E, on the right when traveling north.
Herein are momentoes from the people of the year A.D. 1976 to the people of the year A.D. 2001. Sealed at the dedication of this Bicentennial structure June 25, 1976. — — Map (db m162769) HM
On Deep Cut Road (County Road 206) west of Sunderland Road, on the right when traveling west. Reported damaged.
The headwaters of the Auglaize are just south of you. You are on the old Auglaize-Miami portage trail, the most direct canoe route between Lake Erie and the Ohio River. Here, long before white men arrived and until 1817, was an Indian settlement -- . . . — — Map (db m194331) HM
Near Main Street just west of North 4th Street, on the right when traveling west.
Given to the citizens of Coshocton County by the Coshocton Rotary Club in recognition of the National Bi-Centennial on May 24, 1975 — — Map (db m208667) HM
On West Mall Drive south of Lakeside Avenue East, on the left when traveling south.
…..In his copy of Bodin's "Republic" Thomas Jefferson had initialed two pages. On one page was Bodin's definition and characterization of a tyrant, which was quite similar in concept to the phrases used in the Declaration of Independence. On the . . . — — Map (db m182153) HM
On Pinetree Road (Ohio Route 87) at Lander Road, on the right when traveling west on Pinetree Road.
This historic landmark is the site first settled in Orange Township of the Connecticut Western Reserve. Raw Jackson and his wife, Jane Lonsdale, traveled from Yorkshire, England, to settle one of the first farms here. He and his family lived on . . . — — Map (db m191555) HM
On Court / Columbus Street (U.S. 22/62) at Washington Avenue (U.S. 22), on the right when traveling north on Court / Columbus Street.
Erected by the people of this community in commemoration of all those who served their country during our first two centuries..... — — Map (db m60841) HM
On State Street (Ohio Route 3) 0 miles north of Winter Street, on the right when traveling south.
Built by and for the people of Westerville and dedicated in the spirit of the observance of the bicentennial of our nation's independence.
July 3, 1976 — — Map (db m13129) HM
On Village Green Drive NE 0 miles north of Dublin-Granville Road ( Route 161), on the right when traveling south.
This oak tree has been planted by the people of Worthington to commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence and to reaffirm its principles
July 4, 1976 — — Map (db m12695) HM
On West Federal Street / Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd at 5th Avenue / Mahoning Avenue, on the left when traveling east on West Federal Street / Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
John Young (1763–1825) who gave his name to the city, James Hillman (1762–1848) whom the Indians trusted, and Daniel Shehy (1759–1834) pioneer farmer & active citizen, met on this site, June 27, 1796 — — Map (db m169293) HM
On West Third Street at South Main Street ( Route 49), on the right when traveling west on West Third Street.
Here stands a replica of a 2000
year old Roman column given by
Dayton’s sister city, Augsburg
Germany in honor of the 200
birthday of the United States.
In exchange, a statue fountain
was presented to Augsburg and
erected October, 1979, for . . . — — Map (db m96017) HM
On Park Avenue East (Ohio Route 430) at Diamond Street ( Route 13), on the right when traveling east on Park Avenue East.
Dedicated to the men and women of Richland County who served our country in time of war, and in memory of those who lost their lives. Presented to the Citizens of Richland County as a Bicentennial Event
Lest We Forget America's Wars • . . . — — Map (db m20866) WM
On Northeast 21st Street west of North Lincoln Boulevard, on the right when traveling west. Reported unreadable.
Below this bench lies a time capsule presented to the State of Oklahoma by the Reynolds Metals Company containing historic records and memorabilia of the bicentennial era of the United States of America to be opened July 4, 2075 so its contents may . . . — — Map (db m165713) HM
On South Oak Street at East Chickasaw Avenue, on the left when traveling north on South Oak Street.
Century Time Capsule to be opened July 4, 2076 Herein are mementoes from the Sequoyah County Historical Society of the year A.D. 1976 to the people of the year A.D. 2076. Sealed during the celebration of Oklahoma Statehood Day, November . . . — — Map (db m263507) HM
Casper M. Ruch started the Ruch settlement at this cross roads site between Crescent City and Jacksonville in 1896. On ten acres purchased from J.M. McDonough be built a home, blacksmith shop, warehouse, dance hall, store, and smoke house, curing . . . — — Map (db m112485) HM
On Court Street Northeast, on the left when traveling west.
This Douglas-fir was raised from seed carried to the moon by astronaut Stuart Roosa of the Apollo 14 space mission in 1971. It was the first "Moon Tree" to be planted in Oregon and was planted here by Governor Bob Straub on Arbor Day, April 30, 1976 . . . — — Map (db m286377) HM
Near Union Street just north of Allegheny Street, on the left when traveling north.
This pioneer family, created for the bicentennial, 1976, represents the basic fundamentals of our American life — courage — faith in God — education — love of family and liberty. These qualities in our American pioneers won . . . — — Map (db m162043) HM
On Donelson Parkway (U.S. 79) at Spring Street (Tennessee Route 49), on the right when traveling south on Donelson Parkway.
The Spirit of '76
Half Century
Time Capsule
To be opened
July 4, 2026
Herein are mementoes from the people of the year A.D. 1976 to the people of the year A.E. 2026
Sealed by the Stewart County
Bicentennial Commission . . . — — Map (db m277956) HM
On Central Avenue (U.S. 67/377) near Houston Street, on the right when traveling west.
A City-County Beautification Project sponsored by the Comanche County Bicentennial Committee featuring state historical markers and stone columns from 1890 county courthouse which were donated by the descendants of E.E. Anthony.
Park . . . — — Map (db m72303) HM
On Congress Street at Travis Street, on the left when traveling west on Congress Street.
1836 Site platted as Congress Square.
1839 Renamed Market Square.
1840 First Market House built.
1841 First City Hall built.
1873 Second City Hall and Market House built. Destroyed by fire in 1876.
1877 Third City Hall and Market House . . . — — Map (db m312627) HM
Near S. 1st Street at S. Avenue E (Business U.S. 277), on the right when traveling west.
This Tejas Pecan tree, to be called “The Liberty Tree”, was presented to Haskell City - County in commemoration of the American Revolution of Bicentennial by the Texas Forest Service in Jan. 1976. — — Map (db m82082) WM
Near Main Street (U.S. 180) at S. 1st Street, on the right when traveling south.
In Honor of the Georgia Battalion
Georgia was the only state in the Union to supply arms from its state arsenal when her sons came to Texas to join the fight for freedom. The Georgia Battalion of 5 companies of volunteers came as a . . . — — Map (db m94068) HM WM
Near George Bush Drive 0.2 miles west of Avenue D, on the right when traveling west.
This tree is planted in honor of this great nation's 200th birthday and as a living tribute to George H. Lee whose contributions to this country through the scouting movement is symbolic of our nation's strength — — Map (db m311462) HM
On George Bush Drive 0.2 miles west of Avenue D, on the right.
This tree is planted in honor of this great nation's 200th birthday and as a living tribute to Margie and Henry Peek whose contributions to this country through the scouting movement is symbolic of our nation's strength — — Map (db m311461) HM
On Center Street west of Old Highway 91, on the right when traveling west.
In memory of our Mona School and the dedicated teachers, board members, custodians, students and citizens who made it great; we have built this monument from sandstone and brick recovered therefrom. The bell hereon, signaled the beginning of school . . . — — Map (db m75280) HM
On Utah Route 46 9 miles east of U.S. 191, on the left when traveling east.
The first Postal Service was established at La Sal on September 12, 1878. La Sal was made an outpost on the mail route from Salina, Utah to Ouray, Colorado. It was described as one of the strangest and most dangerous routes in the history of the . . . — — Map (db m95121) HM
On Grove Circle north of East 770 North, on the right when traveling north.
Dedicated to the Two Hundredth Anniversary of the United States of America and sponsored by the
Utah American Revolution Bicentennial Commission
and Alpine Bicentennial Committee
John Rowe Moyle, emigrating from England in 1856 as . . . — — Map (db m224303) HM
Gifted to Alpine City at their request, for a park, by the children of Joseph Edward and Matilda C. Hanson Moyle. Joseph, youngest son of John Rowe and Phillipa Beer Moyle, was a life long resident and late owner of the property.
Dedicated to . . . — — Map (db m224310) HM
On North Independence Avenue (U.S. 21) at Davis Street (Virginia Route T 1101), on the left when traveling south on North Independence Avenue.
[side 1]List of persons who hath sworn allegiance to the State in 1777 We whose names are hereunto subscribed to swear or affirm that we renounce and refuse all allegiance to George III, King of Great Britain, his heirs and successors, . . . — — Map (db m174491) WM
On Main St (West Virginia Route 20) at S Walker St, on the left when traveling west on Main St.
From 1879 to 1929, this bell was rung to open court at the Mercer County Courthouse in Princeton. After the courthouse was dismantled in 1929, the bell was used as a dinner bell at the County poor farm at Gardner. Later discarded at the farm, the . . . — — Map (db m60030) HM
Near East Main Street (U.S. 119) at St. John Street, on the right when traveling west.
Time Capsule
Encased December 31, 1976
To be opened July 4, 2076
Taylor County
Bicentennial Committee
Grafton West Virginia USA
Ellen Jane Wiseman Co-Chairman
Ken Godwin Co-Chairman
Alice Compton Secretary
Tom . . . — — Map (db m306090) HM
Near West Rolling Meadows Drive 0.1 miles east of South Military Road.
Fond du Lac County
Rolling Meadows
Golf Course
Dedicated to All
War Veterans of
Fond du Lac County
This
Bicentennial Year
1976
A Time Capsule
Containing Historical
Information Sealed
Herein – To Be
Opened . . . — — Map (db m47067) HM
On Old Pioneer Road north of East Pioneer Road, on the left when traveling north.
(engraving) First Fond du Lac Home
Fanna Pier 1838
Daughter of Nathan and Betsey Kendell, wife of Colwert Pier, died March 1, 1838 aged 30. Being the first white female resident and the first death in the County of Fond du Lac. . . . — — Map (db m71325) HM
On South Main Street (State Road 80) south of West Webster Street, on the right when traveling south.
1975-2008. Originally Cuba City was known for its "Parade of Presidents". This was in reference to a bicentennial community project commemorating our nation's 200th birthday in the year 1976. This project is registered with the American Revolution . . . — — Map (db m162571) HM
On West Vinal Street at Prouty Street, on the right when traveling west on West Vinal Street.
Sacred to the memory of all men and women from the Wittenberg area who served their country to defend and preserve our precious freedom. The solemn pride which must be theirs to have laide so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom. No One . . . — — Map (db m297595) WM
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