Maine Historical Society is privileged to steward one of 26 surviving copies of the Dunlap Broadside of the Declaration printed in Philadelphia on July 4, 1776, and sent to the Colonies to announce American independence. From July to October 2026, the Declaration will travel across Maine to all 16 counties with great pomp and circumstance. Two-three day stops at Host Sites will include public and student visitation, community celebrations, readings, and special events.
Declaration of Independence Tour - Maine State Cultural Building
*Walk-in registrations welcomed on a first-come-first-served basis as visitor flow allows.*
This fall, get up close and personal with one of our nation's most sacred documents at Maine State Cultural Building—Maine State Library, Archives, and Museum!
Maine State Cultural Building -
230 State St, Augusta, ME 04330, USA
Declaration of Independence Tour admission tickets are through a time process.
- Everyone must reserve a separate free ticket, this process helps manage the number of people in the gallery.
- Admission is for viewing the Declaration of Independence at 230 State Street, Augusta, ME.
- Ticket holders should check in at the Welcome Table upon arrival.
- Ticket holders who arrive more than 10 minutes late for their appointment time are not guaranteed access.
- Backpacks or large bags and luggage are not permitted in the exhibit.
- The use of non-flash photography is permitted, except where noted.
- Food and drink are not permitted in the exhibit.
Should Maine Historical Society or the Maine State Cultural Building—Maine State Library, Archives, and Museum need to cancel or postpone a ticketed viewing for any reason, including inclement weather, it will be posted on Historical Society’s website (mainehistory.org) and Facebook page (@mainehistory). Any delays, changes in venue, etc. will be communicated with registrants via email as soon as possible.