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The Birth of NY in White Plains (History via Igloo)
2026-07-01 17:15:00 2026-07-01 17:45:00 America/New_York The Birth of NY in White Plains (History via Igloo) Learn about why the 1776 approval of the Declaration of Independence, specifically at the White Plains court house, was such a big deal for New York and America. White Plains Public Library - The Igloo - Optimum Technology Room

Wednesday, July 01
5:15pm - 5:45pm

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White Plains Public Library

The Igloo - Optimum Technology Room

Learn about why the 1776 approval of the Declaration of Independence, specifically at the White Plains court house, was such a big deal for New York and America.

Learn about why the 1776 approval of the Declaration of Independence, specifically at the White Plains court house, was such a big deal for New York and America. Held in the Library's panoramic Igloo content room (near Trove entrance on 2nd floor), funded by the Library Foundation and Optimum. Presented by Digital Media Specialist Austin Olney.

AGE GROUP: | Middle School (Grades 6 - 8) | High School (Grades 9 - 12) | Adults about 55 and over | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy | Educational Presentations | Digital Technology |

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