250th Anniversary Events

In 2026, our nation commemorates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Cape May MAC, in collaboration with the City of Cape May, is proud to present a series of events, talks, community gatherings, exhibits, and musical performances that honor this milestone and celebrate the enduring spirit of independence.

Join us throughout the year—see the full list of events and happenings below.

Revolutionary Cape May

Cape May Welcome Center
November 2025 – December 31, 2026

Explore Cape May’s strategic and often-overlooked role during the American Revolution, from its maritime importance to the ingenuity of its citizens along local waterways.
Free admission

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Lunch & Learn Lecture Series

Unsung Heroes of the American Revolution — Let’s Hear It for the Ladies
March 4 | 12:00 pm
Discover the vital—and often forgotten—roles women played during the Revolutionary War as historian Mary Stewart brings their courage and contributions to light.

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Margaret’s Diary During a Revolution
March 18 | 12:00 pm
Written and performed by Gayle Stahlhuth, this presentation brings to life the diary of Margaret Morris, who remained in her New Jersey home as Revolutionary tensions escalated in December 1776.

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New Jersey’s Revolutionary Rivalry: The Untold Story of Col. Tye & Capt. Huddy
June 3 | 12:00 pm
Historian Rick Geffken explores the dramatic conflict between Col. Tye, a formerly enslaved man fighting for the British, and his Patriot adversary, Capt. Joshua Huddy—an episode that nearly derailed peace negotiations.

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Cape May Music Festival Performance

The Music of Freedom – A Musical Celebration of the 250th
Sunday, June 21 | 7:00 pm
Episcopal Church of the Advent

The New York Chamber Ensemble, featuring violinist and storyteller Paul Woodiel and special guests, presents a patriotic program honoring America’s founding and 250 years of independence—on Father’s Day.

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