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Rally ‘Round the Flag – Seward Nebraska 4th of July Celebration
July 2, 2022 - July 4, 2022
This year’s theme is Rally ‘Round the Flag, Honoring the Nebraskans Who Served During the Civil War.
Events and activities for the whole family to enjoy in Nebraska’s Official Fourth of July City. Some of the specific Civil War events are listed below.
View the events poster for more events and details.
Saturday, July 2
2:00 pm Meet the Lincolns and Grants – Chautauqua style. 45 minutes for each couple. Free. Jones
Bank Theater at Nebraska National Guard Museum.
Sunday, July 3
2:00 pm Civil War Leadership with President Lincoln and General Grant – Jones Bank Theater of NE National Guard Museum. Discuss views on leadership during the Civil War.
Meet First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln – Seward Civic Center basement. Sharing information on her life and insights. 45 minutes. Hosted by the GFWC Seward Woman’s Club.
3:00 pm 1860 Fashion Show Hosted by First Lady Julia Grant – Civic Center basement. Mrs. Grant will share information on her life and then the event will evolve into a fashion show. Light refreshments. Hosted by GFWC Seward Woman’s Club. Free admission.
7:00 pm Civil War Musical Revue at Seward High Theater – Live talent show. Music and entertainment of the Civil War featuring the Seward Municipal Band. Free. Sponsored by Nebraska National Guard Museum, Historical Society.
Monday, July 4
8:00 am Open House: Nebraska National Guard Museum – See new exhibits added in 2021. 8 a.m.– 5 p.m. 7th & 8th on Jackson Ave. Free.
Displays at Nebraska National Guard Museum – 1776 Soldiers Encampment – Front Lawn. First Nebraska Civil War Encampment – Front Lawn. Fort Riley Commanding General Mounted Color Guard (events). West Property and Parking Lot – Nebraska National Guard Museum.
4:00 pm Grand Parade
10:00 pm Giant Fireworks Salute: A Fireworks Extravaganza
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