The Park Theatre has released the official schedule for the America 250 Cultural Fair, a regional celebration marking the nation’s semiquincentennial from July 2 to July 4.

The three-day community event will feature historical document exhibitions, film screenings, a town cookout, a live variety show, and the burial of a 100-year time capsule.

The full schedule of events includes:

  • National Archives Founding Fathers’ Documents Exhibit: Running July 2–4 from 2 to 8:30 p.m. in the theater lobby, this free exhibition features large-scale reproductions of foundational American documents, including the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution.
  • “Young Washington” Film Screenings: The new historical film starring Ben Kingsley premiers July 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the Eppes Auditorium, with additional screenings on July 3 and July 4 in the 4K King Screening Room. Tickets are $9 for seniors and $10 for general admission.
  • Monadnock 250 Main Street Cookout: Scheduled for July 3 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the theater and the Park Patio at 6 River St. Traditional cookout fare will be sold individually, and both cash and credit cards are accepted.
  • Fred Marple’s Salute to America Variety Show: Hosted by the “Frost Heaves, N.H.” humorist, the live showcase begins July 3 at 7 p.m. Featured performers include magician Ben Pratt, the Cheshiremen Barbershop Chorus, and comedian Jody Sloane. Tickets are $30 for adults and $20 for children 12 and under.
  • America 250 Jaffrey Time Capsule Placement: On July 4 at 2:50 p.m., the theater will partner with the Jaffrey Historical Society to bury a time capsule in the Bernie & Louise Watson Memorial Garden at 6 River St. The capsule is scheduled to be opened on July 4, 2126. The public can submit ideas for contents via email at timecapsule250@theparktheatre.org.
  • “1776” Movie Musical Screening: The fair concludes July 4 at 6 p.m. with a screening of the restored 1972 musical starring William Daniels. Tickets are $9 for seniors and $10 for general admission.

All entries to the fairgrounds begin at the theater’s main entrance at 19 Main St.