Movie: 1776

Enjoy a lively musical retelling of the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. “1776” is a spirited production that blends history with song to bring a pivotal moment in America’s story to life. Rated PG with a running time of 2 hours and 22 minutes. The program is free and open to the public.

“1776” is part of Geneva Read’s 2026 Community Read. The Community Read book is “A People’s History of the American Revolution” by Ray Raphael. The book brings the American Revolution to life by spotlighting the powerful, often overlooked stories of everyday people – women, Native Americans, African Americans, and others whose voices shaped the nation’s fight for freedom. For more information about the 2026 Community Read go to Geneva Read’s Facebook page or www.genevareads.org.