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Reserve Your Ticket For The Declaration of Independence!

Maine Historical Society is privileged to steward one of 26 surviving copies of the Dunlap Broadside of the Declaration printed in Philadelphia on July 4, 1776, and sent to the Colonies to announce American independence. From August 7-8, 2026, this rare Declaration of Independence will be on view as part of a celebratory exhibit in Camden Public Library’s beautiful and historic Reading Room! Don’t miss this once-in-a-generation exhibit during America’s 250th, right here in beautiful Camden. Reserve your free timed ticket now!

On Exhibit: “The Legacy of Love: One Stitch at a Time”

Camden Public Library is honored to exhibit a collection of beautiful quilted tapestries, as well as needlepoint pieces, created by the late Irene Talbot McLellan. The wall hangings feature Maine scenes, some of which will be very familiar. The exhibit was organized by Irene McLellan’s daughters and will be on display in the Picker Room Gallery through July 30. The public is invited to an exhibit reception on Monday, July 13 at 4:00 PM.

Camden on Canvas: August 21-23

The Camden Public Library once again presents Camden on Canvas, a plein-air fundraiser happening August 21–23, 2026 and culminating in a Live Auction in the historic Camden Amphitheatre on Sunday, August 23! This year, attendance to the Reception and Auction is complimentary. Learn more and Pre-Register.