Maumee Celebrates America’s 250th!

Honoring the Past.

Inspiring the Future. 2026.

About the Celebration

In 2026, our nation celebrates its Semiquincentennial—250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Maumee is joining communities across Ohio and the nation in commemorating this historic milestone with events, programs, and stories that honor our heritage and inspire future generations.

  • Upcoming Events

    From reenactments and film showings to artifact exhibits and hands-on activities, our celebration calendar offers something for everyone. Check back often as new events are added!

    Celebrate with us! More details and new events will be added throughout the year.

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  • Volunteer With Us

    Be part of something historic! We welcome volunteers of all ages and abilities to help make our events a success.

    Whether you're looking to lend a hand at a single event or want to join our planning team, we have a place for you. Roles include:

    Event setup and support

    Greeters and info booth staff

    Historical reenactment support

    Story collectors and community liaisons

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  • Stay Connected

    Follow these pages and partners for the latest updates and resources:

    Ohio America 250 Commission

    America 250 National Site

    City of Maumee

Maumee Event Calendar

Autumn Market October 3, 2026, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wolcott Heritage Center, 1031 River Road, Maumee, OH 43537

October’s Maumee 250 theme, Ohio Foods and Farms, celebrates the agricultural traditions, foodways, and hands on skills that shaped communities across our state. In honor of this theme, we invite you to join us at the Autumn Market at the Wolcott Heritage Center for a special children’s history exploration event presented in partnership with the Maumee Valley Historical Society.

This interactive experience allows young visitors to step into the past and discover how everyday foods were made on early Ohio farms and in historic Maumee kitchens. Children will have the opportunity to try historical cooking and food making activities such as churning and molding butter using authentic period utensils, grinding corn by hand, and helping make old fashioned ice cream.

Future Ohio: Looking Ahead Together December 12, 2026, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Wolcott Heritage Center, 1031 River Road, Maumee, OH 43537

Join us for a special Community Forum and Time Capsule Event, where residents of all ages are encouraged to reflect, dream, and contribute to Maumee’s ongoing story.

Event Highlights:

• Learn about exciting projects and initiatives shaping Maumee’s future.

• Share your ideas, hopes, and perspectives on how we preserve Maumee’s past while planning for generations to come.

• Join us for the official dedication of the Maumee 250 Time Capsule, a lasting gift for future generations.