This is a flyer that describes a contest: "In honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the library is hosting a contest for grades 5-12 and adults to answer this question: If the Declaration of Independence could talk, what story would it tell. Responses can be an essay, poem, art, or song. Check our website for details and requirements. Prizes awarded for top 3 in each grade/age category up to $100. Grades 5-8; 9-12; adult. Entries due to Ludington or Scottville branches, or emailed to 250@mcdlibrary.org by May 22, 6:00pm. Mason County District Library.

If The Declaration of Independence Could Talk, What Would It Say Today?

Contest Details

Social Studies
Lesson Plan

ELA
Lesson Plan

The Declaration of Independence

The Declaration of Independence
Made Easy

The Declaration of Independence
Original Document

Professor Mike Nagle presents:

“If the Declaration of Independence Could Talk, What Story Would it Tell?”

Tuesday, May 19th from 6-7:30 pm

How Libraries Have Evolved in Michigan Over Time

Adam Oster, Library of Michigan,

Tuesday, June 16th from 6-7 pm

Freedom Festival Parade

The Freedom Festival Parade through Downtown Ludington

The founding members of our country, if they were dinosaurs.

Saturday, July 4th at 2:00 pm

Recreation of the Boston Tea Party

The pressure of the intolerable acts and the beginning of the resistance to the oppressive monarchy, leading to the Declaration and eventually a government of, by, and for the people.

Tuesday, August 4th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm