Marion Celebrates America 250

06/03/2026

Mark your calendar for a night of celebration under the stars. Liberty Night Celebrating America 250 takes place at The Club at Iron Lake on Saturday, June 20, at 8:30 p.m.

The evening will include:
🎵 Curated music & late-night dancing
🍽️ Food and refreshments
🎆 Fireworks show

Formal black-tie attire is requested for this commemorative evening. Get your individual or couple's tickets today by visiting: MarionCelebrates250.org/libertynight

05/28/2026

Bringing the America 250 milestones and events to Marion County is a community-wide effort. We are grateful to the local organizations and businesses working alongside us to make these initiatives possible for our residents. 🇺🇸

Learn more about these initiatives and get involved at: MarionCelebrates250.org

05/27/2026

In 2026, America turns 250, and Marion County is marking this milestone with a signature community celebration.

Liberty Night Celebrating America 250 takes place Saturday, June 20, at The Club at Iron Lake. Beginning at 8:30 p.m., this black-tie evening is an opportunity to gather, honor our history, and celebrate the community.

The Evening Includes:
🎵 Curated music & late-night dancing
🍽️ Food and refreshments
🎆 Fireworks show

Individual and couple's tickets are available now. Reserve your spot for this evening: MarionCelebrates250.org/libertynight

05/26/2026

In 1774, on the eve of the American Revolution, explorer William Bartram paddled into the waters of what we know today as Silver Glen Springs. Years later, his stunning published descriptions of Florida’s springs were eagerly read by leaders like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, proving to the world that the young American continent held unparalleled natural splendor. ✨

Silver Glen isn't just a gorgeous place to cool off. It is a living piece of the original American frontier. As Marion County celebrates America 250, we honor the deep history of the natural wonders that connect our past to our present.

05/26/2026

05/22/2026

Join us this June for our Summer Nights Lecture Series! ⭐️

Explore Florida’s past with engaging presentations from historians, educators and cultural experts. Each week highlights a different chapter of our state’s story from frontier life to women’s history to Florida’s earliest communities.

📅 Thursdays in June
⏰ 6 - 8 p.m.
💲 Free Program | Ages 13+
📍 Fort King National Historic Landmark | 3925 E Fort King St.

Be immersed in the stories that shaped Ocala and Florida!
More information: fortkingocala.com | 352‑368‑5533

05/20/2026

Our MCA250 celebrations are made possible thanks to a fantastic network of local supporters!

We want to recognize this group of community partners who are helping us mark this historic milestone year. Their support is invaluable in creating meaningful experiences for our residents and honoring the shared history of Marion County.

There is still time to get involved! Visit MarionCelebrates250.org to discover how you can become a partner.

05/18/2026

Our community stands on ground that helped a young nation grow. Fort King was built in 1827 as an important outpost just decades after the American Revolution won our independence.

This site represents the next chapter of the American story as our country expanded into the Florida territory. As Marion County celebrates America 250, we honor the courage of those who built the early landmarks that paved the way for the Marion County we know today.

05/15/2026

We are proud to highlight some of the incredible partners supporting our MCA250 celebrations!

These organizations play a vital role in bringing our community together to honor our history and build toward our future. We appreciate their collaboration and their dedication to making these milestones possible for all of Marion County.

Want to see your logo here? Visit www.MarionCelebrates250.org to become a partner today!

05/14/2026

Our independence was secured by the courage of 56 individuals. These signers of the Declaration of Independence set a journey in motion that has defined the last 250 years. The youngest was 26 year old Edward Rutledge and the oldest was 70 year old Benjamin Franklin.

They risked everything to establish the values we are celebrating today. As Marion County joins the rest of the country for America 250, we honor the legacy of those who signed our story into existence two and a half centuries ago.