Montgomery County launched its America 250 celebrations Sunday with a Liberty Tree dedication and a reenactment of Patrick Henry’s famous speech. The event marks the start of a nationwide initiative leading up to the 250th anniversary of American independence in 2026.
Montgomery County kicked off its America 250 celebrations on Sunday in Conroe, signaling the start of a series of events in anticipation of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026.
The event, organized by the Montgomery County America 250 committee, celebrated Patrick Henry’s legendary “Give me liberty or give me death!” speech and included the dedication of a Liberty Tree at the Heritage Museum of Montgomery County.
America 250 is a national initiative to celebrate the nation's history while focusing on what lies ahead. Committee leader Ron Saikowski highlighted the significance of honoring the nation's foundational principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Some local organizations, such as the Montgomery County Historical Commission, the Daughters and Sons of the American Revolution, and VFW Post 4709, participated in the event.
Ed Sellards from the Freedom Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution presented a compelling reenactment of Henry’s pivotal 1775 speech, which called upon Virginia colonists to ready themselves for conflict with Britain just weeks before the onset of the American Revolution.
The Montgomery County Historical Commission invites the public to remain involved and follow its Facebook page for updates on forthcoming America 250 events. It culminates in the nation’s semiquincentennial on July 4, 2026.
