Make plans now to be at the 10th annual Independence Day Celebration for an evening of music and fireworks. The fireworks display and patriotic music by the Spirit of Independence Concert Band will be Saturday, July 4 at the Mormon Visitors Center, 937 W. Walnut. The Spirit of Independence Concert Band will play throughout the evening and during the fireworks display, which begins at dark.
The schedule is as follows:
There is limited parking. People are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs for the lawn viewing area. Families may also bring food and beverages for the lawn viewing area. No alcohol, open flames or personal fireworks are allowed. Portable toilets and trash bins are available.
The annual Independence Day Celebration is sponsored by the City, the Mormon Visitors Center and Harry S. Truman Library and Museum. In the event of inclement weather, a rain date will be announced.