America 250 Celebrations in Alliance
As Americans join together to celebrate the 250th, or Semiquincentennial, anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, citizens in Alliance will be joining in with flags, music, and tributes that are significant to the city. Here are the events for the year.
250 Flags over Glamorgan - June 14-July 31, 2026
From Flag Day through the end of July, 250 American flags will be installed across the lawn of Glamorgan Castle. The Castle’s central location in the city and its open landscape make it a perfect canvas for this patriotic display. The effort will be led by the Alliance Rotary Club with help from the Boy Scouts, Alliance Historical Society, Castle Crusaders, and Alliance Area Preservation Society, along with community volunteers. Funding for the purchase of the flags comes from a grant from Visit Canton and Arts in Stark.
1776: The Musical - June 25-28, 2026
Brought to life by Carnation City Players, “1776” transports you to the intense summer days of the Continental Congress, where the monumental decision to declare independence hung in the balance — offering a fascinating and humanizing glimpse into the spirited debates, fierce compromises, and extraordinary courage of those who shaped America’s destiny, providing a powerful and timely reminder of the foundations of liberty. Proudly brought to you with special funding from Visit Canton and ArtsinStark, in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.
Community Picnic at Silver Park - July 4, 2026
Pack a picnic and join us in Silver Park for July 4 festivities and stay for an Alliance City Band concert and of course, fireworks. Details TBA. Sponsored by Alliance Parks and Recreation Department.
Alliance City Band Performance - July 4, 2026
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with an authentic “living history” concert recreating the Alliance City Band presented by the Alliance Historical Society, Alliance Parks and Recreation Department, and American Musical Productions. The Alliance City Band provided music for the community from 1859 until 1992. American Musical Productions will transport audiences back a century recreating a program from the band’s golden years under the direction of Emil Rinkendorf.
Joseph N. Rubin conducts a 23-piece concert band of Northern Ohio’s finest musicians attired in period uniforms. The FREE 75-minute concert based on a recently discovered July 1926 Alliance City Band program will feature many beloved band classics.
Alliance Goes to the Movies - August 27, 2026
Alliance native and independent documentary producer, Ben Patterson, returns to Alliance to screen one of his films in Brush Hall on the campus of University of Mount Union. The film will be followed with a Q&A session to foster community dialogue and delve into the issues of producing a documentary film. Patterson is an award-winning filmmaker known for his 2015 documentary “Sweet Micky for President.” His appearance is made possible with funds from Ohio Goes to the Movies and Visit Canton and Arts in Stark.
Col. Morgan/Glamorgan State Historic Marker - Date TBD
An Ohio Historical Marker honoring Col. William Henry Morgan and Glamorgan Castle will be installed on the lawn of Glamorgan Castle commemmorating the legacy of one of the city’s most iconic figures and landmarks. Col. Morgan revoluntionized the field of engineering during the late 1800s and early 1900s with his electrical innovations. Holder of over 100 patents, he propelled the Morgan Engineering Company to international recognition. Glamorgan Castle was built as his family home from 1904-1908. Constructed of Vermont marble with a tiled roof, the Castle sits oon 20 acres in Central Alliance and is maintained by the Alliance City School Administration and cared for by the Castle Crusaders. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. Funding for the marker comes from grants from Visit Canton and ArtsinStark and the Pomeroy Foundation.
