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We are thrilled to host the America 250 Kickoff Celebration for The City of Hartford! We are seeking music, dance, and spoken word performances that honor America\u2019s founding and elevate the diverse cultural voices that shaped our nation, from the Revolutionary era through today.<\/p>\nQuestions? Email Bcooke@riverfront.org<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Hartford\u2019s Kickoff for America 250 July 1, 2026 5-9 pmMortensen Riverfront Plaza, Hartford, CT Apply to Perform We are thrilled to host the America 250 Kickoff Celebration for The City of Hartford! We are seeking music, dance, and spoken word performances that honor America\u2019s founding and elevate the diverse cultural voices that shaped our nation, 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