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Dare to Declare: Red Carpet Premiere

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January 28th, 2026, at 6:30 PM.

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Created to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary, Dare to Declare presents American history as a living civic inheritance rather than a finished story. This short documentary film features Chester County students and community members reading the Declaration of Independence aloud, returning the document to its original purpose: as words meant to be heard, shared, and grappled with collectively. Through contemporary voices, the film explores enduring questions of equality, inclusion, and civic responsibility that continue to define the American experience.

This film is rooted in the belief that democracy depends on participation. By centering the simple but powerful act of reading the Declaration aloud, Dare to Declare invites viewers to consider what these founding ideals mean today and how each generation carries the nation’s unfinished work forward.

Gather with the Chester County community for the Dare to Declare Watch Party — January 28 at The Colonial Theatre!

Celebrate Chester County’s Spirit!

What do Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness mean to us today? Hear it in the voices of your Chester County neighbors as they bring the Declaration of Independence to life in a powerful new way.

Be part of the community celebration as we premiere Declaration of Independence: Dare to Declare on the big screen!

Tuesday, January 28, 2026
6:30 – 8:00 PM
The Colonial Theatre, Phoenixville, PA

Admission: Free & open to the public
Come early! Enjoy light refreshments and community connections.

Together, we’ll celebrate the enduring spirit of our nation’s founding — and the people of Chester County who keep that spirit alive today.

Real Voices. Timeless Words. Chester County Dares to Declare.

Timeline of the Event:
6:30 pm- Check in at D2D table, staffed by the CCCF A250 team.
6:55 pm- Move attendees into the theater by the CCCF A250 team.
7:00 pm – Welcome and intro by Kim Andrews.
7:05 pm – Screening.
7:20 pm – Discussion by Kim Andrews, readers, and expert Emily Sneff.  
7:45 pm – Audience Q&A. 
7:55 pm – Closing Remarks.
8:00 pm – Program Closed.

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