Ocean County's
250th Anniversary of the American Revolution
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American Revolution
in Ocean County Trail

As the Revolutionary War’s 250th anniversary (1775–1783) approaches, Ocean County welcomes the opportunity to recognize and celebrate this historic milestone by honoring the people, places, and events that helped shape the nation. The semiquincentennial provides a meaningful moment to reflect on the ideals of independence and civic engagement, while also broadening public understanding of the diverse experiences that contributed to America’s founding. Ocean County is committed to preserving and sharing this history in ways that educate, engage, and inspire future generations. To support this initiative, Ocean County has been awarded a grant from the National Park Service to establish, over the next two years, an American Revolution in Ocean County Trail featuring short documentaries and on-site interpretive signs at six sites of conflict, along with an additional documentary highlighting the themes of the Revolutionary experience in Ocean County.


War at the Shore booklet

This booklet features maps, a timeline of events, and other information on the American Revolution in Ocean County.
Issues:
Vol. I – 2023 Issue
Vol. II – 2024 Issue
Vol. III – 2025 Issue
Vol. IV – 2026 Issue
War at the Shore booklet cover

War at the Shore
Traveling Exhibit

This traveling exhibit trailer uses hands-on, interactive activities for all ages to interpret the American Revolution in Ocean County. Contact our office for upcoming events or complete our form to request the 16ft exhibit trailer at your event.

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Traveling Exhibit

250th Anniversary American Revolutionary War 1775-1783 Activity Book

Inside, you will find the stories behind Ocean County’s Revolutionary contributions, coloring pages, recipes, crafts, puzzles, a crossword, a word search, and much more.

View the Activity Book
Activity book cover



The 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence

July 4, 1776

The 250th Anniversary of the Death of John Bacon

April 3, 1783