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We're highlighting some of our previous events:
- April 30: West Hartford's America 250 presents Transitions: What We Gained, What It Cost
West Hartford’s America 250 presents Transitions: What We Gained, What It Cost, a virtual panel discussion exploring how West Hartford evolved from a quiet farming outpost and into the vibrant suburb we know today. Shifts in zoning laws, industrialization, and immigration created new opportunities for some while erecting invisible barriers for others. Panelists include Mary Donohue, Town Historian, Jack Dougherty, Professor and Author of On the Line, and Dan Sterner, Author and Historian. WHCi YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfvDdnXWjNg
- April 23: King Philip’s War and Indigenous Voices Today: Past, Present, and What Our Nations Continue to Teach
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, we must acknowledge the Indigenous peoples who were here long before. Join Indigenous panelists from Southern New England for a thoughtful discussion on the historical and ongoing impacts of colonization, resilience, and cultural survival. Hosted at King Philip Middle School, the event will respectfully acknowledge the history of King Philip's War while centering the living cultures of Native Nations today. WHCi YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhxeJt1PFTw
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February 15: Flags of America Showcase
As we turn our attention to our nation’s 250th anniversary milestone in 2026, West Hartford kicked off the year with a unique event on Sunday, February 15, 2026: Flags of America Showcase. This family-friendly event features all 27 official versions of the American flag, from 1776 to the present, with dates of when states were added to our country. Special thanks to the Knights of Columbus Assembly 3000 of West Hartford and Assembly 138 of Coventry for the flag exhibit and installation. Summary of the event with interviews (14 min. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87grD2h0aCU&t=4s) Full event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wJUFX4x-yI&t=3647s (2 hrs. 20 min)