With summer settling over Liberty County like a soft quilt stitched from sunshine and salt marsh breeze, the 250 Liberty Committee is gearing up for two of the season’s most anticipated celebrations, events that honor both our nation’s founding and the rich Revolutionary heritage rooted right here at home.
On June 13, the streets of Hinesville will come alive as the 250 Liberty Parade steps off at 9 a.m., bringing with it the kind of hometown pride that can still make a person stand a little taller. Local organizations, school groups, historical reenactors, and community leaders will march, roll, and ride their way through town in a spirited salute to Liberty County’s role in America’s story. The parade will feature Fort Morris’ own field cannon, “Thor,” riding proudly on a park staff trailer, an unmistakable reminder that Liberty County’s Revolutionary roots run deep. Spectators can expect music, flags, and plenty of friendly waves as the procession winds its way through the heart of Hinesville.
Just a few weeks later, on July 4th, the celebration shifts to Sunbury on the quiet bluffs of Fort Morris State Historic Site, where the park will host a patriotic gathering from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admittance that day will be free for families to stroll the grounds, meet costumed interpreters, and enjoy demonstrations that bring the Revolutionary era to life. Cannon and musket crews, staffed by volunteers from across the county, will offer visitors a glimpse into the sights and sounds of 18th century coastal defense. Children’s activities, historical talks, and shaded picnic spots will round out a day that blends education with good old fashioned Southern fellowship.
The festivities don’t end there. As the afternoon sun begins its slow descent, the celebration continues up the coast at Fort McAllister State Historic Park, where events will run from 3-7 p.m. Guests can explore the Civil War era fort, enjoy living history programs, and take in the scenic beauty of the Ogeechee River. Together, the two parks offer a rare opportunity: a single day that spans centuries of Georgia’s military history, from the Revolution to the Civil War, all within a short drive.
The 250 Liberty Committee hopes these events will inspire residents and visitors alike to reflect on the county’s enduring legacy. Liberty County has always been a place where history is not just preserved, it’s lived, shared, and passed down like a family story told on a front porch at dusk.
As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, these celebrations remind us that Liberty County’s name is no accident. It is a promise, a heritage, and a calling, one that continues to shape the people who call this place home.