Wabash County Celebrates America 250th Anniversary
Wabash County is gearing up for an exciting year as we join the rest of the country in celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. From festivals and live music to history tours, hands-on activities, and family fun, there’s something happening for everyone to enjoy. It’s the perfect time to explore our local history, make new memories, and celebrate what makes our community and our country so special. Keep an eye out for events all year long as Wabash County honors 250 years of American stories and spirit.
2025
November 10 to December 8 | Patriotic Banner show in the Honeywell Center
November 19 to April 2026 | Patriotic Banners on display around the Honeywell Center

2026
January 10 | “Freedom Soars”: An Eagle Watching Trolley Tour by Visit Wabash County
January 7 | The Woodward Chronicles History podcast release by Visit Wabash County
February 4 | The Woodward Chronicles History podcast release by Visit Wabash County
March 4 | The Woodward Chronicles History podcast release by Visit Wabash County
March 1 – May 31 | Legends & Landmarks Hunt of Wabash County
Embark on a fun and interactive journey through Wabash County’s rich history! Visit each historical site in Wabash County to uncover a hidden letter displayed at each site. Collect all the letters to unscramble the special phrase that connects to Wabash County’s heritage! Download PDF coming soon! 😎
April 1 | The Woodward Chronicles History podcast release by Visit Wabash County
April 16 | Pioneers in the Automotive Industry w/ Ron Woodward at NM Center for History
May 6 | The Woodward Chronicles History podcast release by Visit Wabash County

TBD | Historic LaFontaine Tour with LaFontaine History Club
June – August | Red, White, and Bloom – All the communities are invited to plant red, white, and blue flowers to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary
June 1 – July 31 | Quilters Guild 250th Quilts on display at Wabash County Museum all month
June 2 | “Our Time in History” Youth program at NM Center for History
June 3 | The Woodward Chronicles History podcast release by Visit Wabash County
June 7 | Lafontaine 250 Block Party presented by the LaFontaine Alliance
June 9 | “Our Time in History” Youth program at NM Center for History
June 11 | North East Indiana’s 30th Regiment in the Civil War with Terry Smith & book signing by Ron Woodward at NM Center for History
June 15 – 19 | A nod to America – Kids Trolley Camp by Visit Wabash County
June 16 | “Our Time in History” Youth program at NM Center for History
June 19 – 20 | Lagro Good Ole Days presented by the Town of Lagro
June 19 | Community Conversations & Dinner at Wabash County Museum and in partnership with Wabash County Diversity Coalition
June 20 | Veteran’s Memorial unveiling in Lagro
June 23 | “Our Time in History” Youth program at NM Center for History
June 30 | “Our Time in History” Youth program at NM Center for History

July 1 | The Woodward Chronicles History podcast release by Visit Wabash County
July 1 – October 31 | “In Our Nation’s Defense” exhibit at NM Center for History
July 2 | The Thursday Parlay – 1976 Bicentennial Celebration in Wabash County at Wabash County Museum
July 3 | First Friday in Downtown Wabash
July 3 | A Journey Through Time” exhibit at the Wabash County Museum
July 3 – 5 | Red, White, and YOU! by Manchester Alive
July 4 | Red, White & You Community Picnic from 4 PM to 8 PM at Warvel Park by Manchester Alive
July 4 | FREE Patriotic Concert featuring the Bulldogs by the Wabash County Museum in partnership with the Living Well in Downtown
July 4 | Torch Relay that reaches all 92 Counties. See state of Indiana website
July 7 | “Our Time in History” Youth program at NM Center for History
July 14 | “Our Time in History” Youth program at NM Center for History
July 21 | “Our Time in History” Youth program at NM Center for History
July 28 | “Our Time in History” Youth program at NM Center for History
August 5 | The Woodward Chronicles History podcast release by Visit Wabash County
August 28 – 29 | Founder’s Day Festival weekend in Wabash
August 29 | Bluegrass At Hopewell by Visit Wabash County

September 2 | The Woodward Chronicles History podcast release by Visit Wabash County
September 11 – 13 | Historic Roann Covered Bridge Festival
September 13 | Dam to Dam Century Bike Ride – Let Freedom Ride by Visit Wabash County
September 17 | “Two Hoosiers at the front of WWII” program with Barbara Morrow at NM Center for History
October 7 | The Woodward Chronicles History podcast release by Visit Wabash County
October 17 | Halloween Prohibition Era Trolley Tour by Visit Wabash County

October 23 – 24 | 1826 Festival at Paradise Spring
TBD | Veterans Supper in November by LaFontaine Lions & History Club
November 4 | The Woodward Chronicles History podcast release by Visit Wabash County
December 2 | The Woodward Chronicles History podcast release by Visit Wabash County
December 3 | “Our Role in U.S. History” @ NM Center for History program
December 12 | Jolly Trolley Tour: Stars, Stripes, & Christmas lights by Visit Wabash County



