In celebration of the country’s 250th Anniversary, the Damariscotta Historical Society, the Chapman-Hall House, and the Newcastle Historical Society have come together to offer the public a celebration of displays and activities.  

The Damariscotta Historical Society will have on display posters highlighting the Revolutionary War veterans buried in the local cemeteries, posters on local Revolutionary War history designed by students, and some Centennial Revolutionary War memorabilia. Located at 3 Chapman Street in Damariscotta, they will be open from Noon to 4 p.m., on July 4.

The Chapman-Hall House will have a display highlighting the type-setting of the Declaration of Independence that occurred on the 4th of July and interesting details of those copies.On the grounds of the museum, several individuals will be present in costume, displaying and demonstrating activities of the Colonial time period – spinning and cheese making among them. There will also be an opportunity for visitors to show their knowledge at the “Test Your Revolutionary Knowledge” table.Guess the right answer and win a prize. The Chapman-Hall House is located on 270 Main Street, Damariscotta, and will be open from Noon to 4 p.m. The Chapman-Hall House is one of three historic sites under the care of the Lincoln County Historical Association. 

The Newcastle Historical Society is celebrating the 4th, highlighting the militia men of the Revolutionary War; attire and accessories will be on display.The Newcastle Historical Society is located at the Taniscot Building on the corner of Pump & Main Streets in Newcastle; they will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

"Plan to enjoy a walk around downtown Damariscotta and across the bridge into Newcastle and take in all three sites and their displays on this very special day celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution," said Lincoln County Historical Association, in a news release.