The local chapter of Citizens Defending Freedom is sponsoring a special event Tuesday, September 17, 2024, for the third annual Constitution Day Celebration at the USS Orleck Naval Museum in Jacksonville, FL! This free event promises to be a fun and inspiring way to celebrate the birth of the U.S. Constitution by the St. Johns River, complete with music, food, and special guest speakers.
Event Highlights
Start the evening at 5:30 PM with music and grab a bite to eat from an on-site food truck. Enjoy the beautiful riverfront setting and take a self-guided topside tour of the exterior of the USS Orleck, a historic naval ship, before the main program begins.
At 6:30 PM, the program will kick off, featuring remarks from Councilman Mike Gay and Army War Veteran Reginald Blount. These esteemed speakers will reflect on the importance of the Constitution and the freedoms it guarantees. Students from Cornerstone Classical Academy will also take part in the celebration, contributing to the patriotic spirit of the evening.
Event Details
- What: Constitution Day Celebration
- When: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
5:30 – 6:30 PM: Music, food truck, and ship tours
6:30 – 7:30 PM: Guest speakers and program - Where: USS Orleck Naval Museum, 610 E. Bay Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202
- Cost: FREE!
- Bonus: Self-guided topside tours of the ship available between 5:30 and 6:30 PM.
We hope you will celebrate the legacy of the U.S. Constitution with your neighbors, friends and family while reflecting on the founding document that continues to shape our nation and hopefully will continue to do so for another 200 years or more!
