Celebrate the 248th anniversary of the Halifax Resolves, the first official action by an entire colony recommending independence from Great Britain. This event serves as the official North Carolina Kickoff event of America’s 250th Commemoration which will start a multi-year celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Activities for school groups will take place that morning. The Historical Halifax Restoration Association will host their annual Halifax Day ceremony featuring a guest speaker, at 2 p.m. followed by a reception. The NC Society Sons of the American Revolution will host a wreath-laying ceremony at 10:30 a.m. Free.