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The original documents are located in Box 49, folder "1975/07/31 - Federal Agency Bicentennial Task Force" of the James M. Cannon Files at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library. Copyright Notice The copyright law of the United States (Title 17, United States Code) governs the making of photocopies or other reproductions of copyrighted material. Gerald Ford donated to the United States of America his copyrights in all of his unpublished writings in National Archives collections. Works prepared by U.S. Government employees as part of their official duties are in the public domain. The copyrights to materials written by other individuals or organizations are presumed to remain with them. If you think any of the information displayed in the PDF is subject to a valid copyright claim, please contact the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library. Digitized from Box 49 of the James M. Cannon Files at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON THE FEDERAL AGENCY BICENTENNIAL TASK FORCE MEETING Thursday, July 31, 1975 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM The Roosevelt Room AGENDA 1) Opening Remarks John 0. Marsh, Jr. Counsellor to the President 2) ARBA Report: John W. Warner Administrator -Community Programs American Revolution Bicentennial Administration -National Programs -Questions & Answers 3) Task Force Subcommittee Reports: -National Capitol Area Theodore C. Lutz Transportation Factors Deputy Under Secretary Budget and Program Review Department of Transportation -National Capitol Area Richard R. Hite Logistics and Security Deputy Assistant Secretary Department of the Interior 4) Display of Bicentennial Gifts Milton E. Mitler Deputy Special Assistant to the President 5) Closing Remarks John 0. Marsh, Jr. Counsellor to the President OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT WASHINGTON, D.C. The Governor I am not sure saw I sent a copy to you Henry Diamond this; Ann Bill Ru Bill 1 The R act is The you have the also Peta / R. FORD 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, N.Y. 10020 Room 5600 CIrcle 7-3700 January 3, 1975 Dear Nel: Since I am off to Puerto Rico tomorrow morning for a week, it occurs to me to send you this further word about the Bicentennial. First, as to the possibility of the President's presenting our Bicentennial Declaration to the public via national T.V. I discussed the idea this week with Mr. John Warner, the head of the American Revolutionary Bi- centennial Administration (ARBA), and he is all for it. However, he would like to include it as part of the Con- ference which he is having for State Bicentennial Chairmen, February 20th-22nd. While this is an appropriate setting, our concern is that it is so far off -- time is running so for the Bicentennial. I mention this because Warner will be pushing his approach. Second, as to a meeting with the President to discuss the Bicentennial. Here again of course, the sooner the better. I will be in Washington on January 20th and would suggest this date as a possibility. But of course I would be glad to come any time. Third, as I believe I mentioned to you, we have approached the heads of a number of the larger corporations about support for our communications program to bring the broader concept of the Bicentennial to the American public. Because the time is so short, we feel we will have to buy space in a number of newspapers and magazines which will be fairly costly. Several of the corporate executives have raised questions as to the White House's position re the Bicentennial. If the President does read our Declara- tion publicly and sign it as well, this would of course go a long way towards reassuring the business community. I mention this as another factor in terms of the President's committing himself as soon as possible. -2- Your interest and concern with regard to the Bi- centennial is deeply appreciated. If we can get it really off the ground in the weeks immediately ahead, I sincerely believe we can make a major contribution to the country, which will in turn basically affect acceptance of programs such as those involved in your Critical Choices Commission. Sincerely, John John D. Rockefeller 3rd The Honorable Nelson A. Rockefeller Vice President of the United States 22 West Fifty-fifth Street New York, New York 10019 THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON May 9, 1975 MEMORANDUM FOR: TED MARRS CANNON JIM CONNORS BOB GOLDWIN RUSS ROURKE WARREN RUSTAND PAUL THEIS FROM: SUBJECT: Bicentennial JACK MARSH July Accompanying this memorandum, is a master list of recommended Bicentennial events. It is important to note I have combined chronologically several other lists which you may already have in hand. In tion. going over this list, I would like to make several points for your considera- 1. I have tried to avoid the selection of events where the Bicentennial date is advanced. For example, the Surrender at Yorktown which occurred in 1781. 2. We need to focus greater attention on August 1976. 3. There is a need for further program details on the master list, particularly on those key events I, or others, may recommend. 4. Consideration of events in Washington and those immediate environs need not be limited by ceiling which may be imposed inasmuch as the demand on time, travel, and support are less. 5. Warren's suggestion on Cabinet discussion of the Bicentennial particularly in encouraging them to participate in events where the President cannot attend, is a good one. FORD i GERALD LIBRARY -2- 6. The events I recommend have been circled. 7. Special attention should be given to the birthdays of the Army, the Navy and the Marine Corps which occur in 1975. 8. Because it is the President's home state, a Michigan event should be scheduled. 9. There is considerable interest in the President visiting Monticello and this is a possibility for this coming July 4th. 10. In the next meeting, there should be a discussion of the National Bicentennial Slogan contest awards. 11. In May 1976 there should be added to the calendar, the dedication of the Harry Truman Monument in Independence, Missouri. Park'd 12. On July 3, 1976, add "Honor America Day" in Washington, D.C. 13. Undoubtedly, during the weeks ahead of the proposed events we recommend, there will be incoming invitations deserving of further consideration, some of which will be accepted. 14. The list of events I have circled exceeds the number of appearances we had suggested earlier, but it is anticipated these will be reduced. 15. I would like you to prepare a similar list of recommended events from which we will make a master working list in order to come up with a recommended final. 16. The next meeting of the Bicentennial Task Force will be in my office at a mutually convenient time next Tuesday, May 13th. I would be grateful if you would give me a copy of your Bicentennial list by 5:00 Monday, May 12th, in order to have a master for your consideration on Tuesday. FORD & LIBRARY CERALD RECOMMENDED BICENTENNIAL EVENTS STAFF DATE PLACE EVENT RECOMMEND 5/10/75 Ticonderoga, N.Y.* Reenactment of the Fort's Yes No Capture (Dawn) 5/10/75 Philadelphia, Pa. Convening of 2nd Con- Yes No tinental Congress 5/18/75 Philadelphia, Pa.* * Second Continental Yes No Congress 5/20/75 Charlotte, N.C.* 200th Anniversary of the Yes No signing of the Mecklen- burg Declaration of Independence 5/27/75 Revere, Mass. Battle of Chelsa Creek Yes No Bicentennial Celebration 6/1-7/31 Boston, Mass. USS Constitution Harbor Yes No Cruise w/Internat'l Youth Juna 14 - Birth day Any of Leaders followed by US tour xr 6/15/75 Philadelphia, Pa. 200th Anniv.celebration Yes No of George Washington X appointment as Commander in Chief 6/25-29 Washington, D.C. American Mall Exhibits Folklife on the Yes No 7/1-8/31 Elverson, Pa. Living History of Hopewell Yes No Village, ongoing protrayals of industrial and domestic life in the village in the early 1800's 7/1-7/31 Elmira, New York Exhibit of paintings and Yes No photos associated with the works of Mark Twain, who lived in the area and is buried in Elmira Burlhdig usme LIBRARY GERALD R FORD Page 2 RECOMMENDED BICENTENNIAL EVENTS STAFF DATE PLACE EVENT RECOMMEND 7/3-7/5 Stamford, Texas Largest Amateur Rodeo Contest Yes No 7/4/75 Baltimore, Maryland* "Our Country" Bicentennial Yes No Program at Fort McHenry - ( ortion) 7/4/75 Huntington Beach, July 4 Parade (largest in Yes No California California) 7/21-7/24 Kalamazoo, Michigan Freedom Train in the city Yes No 7/27/75 Stillwater, New York Nathan Hale Ancient Fife Yes No and Drum Contest 7/27-7/31 Los Angeles, Calif. Internat'l Pacific Conference Yes No on Business, economy, social cultural, and a look to the 21st century 7/30-8/2 Peoria, Illinois Freedom Train in the city Yes No 8/17/75 Three Rivers, Calif. Dedication of Bicentennial Yes No Grove of World's Largest Trees 8/20-8/24 Wildwood, N. Jersey Chester Davis Memorial Yes No Loon for went long Library Stamp Show, precan- celled postage stamp exhibit 8/23-9/1 DeQuoin, Illinois The Hambletonian Champion- Yes No ship Horse Races, one of the most prestigious events in harness racing 8/24-8/29 St. Louis, Missouri Congress on Law & Philosophy Yes No (presentation of papers by scholars) 9/1 USAF Academy Bicentennial half-time program Yes No during the Air Force/Army game FORD is CERALD LIBRARY Page 3 RECOMMENDED BICENTENNIAL EVENTS STAFF DATE PLACE EVENT RECOMMEND 9/1-9/15 Huntington, W. Va. Appalachian Heritage Festival Yes No 10/2-10/5 Lakeland, Florida Congressional Medal of Honor Yes No Society Convention, President will be presented an honorary (ophon) medal 10/10/75 Detroit, Michigan 200th Birthday of U.S. Navy option Yes. No 10/17/75 Washington, D. C. Ceremony Review & Reception Yes No for the Yorktown Irish Regiment sponsored by Irish Bicentennial drop Committee 10/17/75 Schuylerville, N.Y Saratoga Surrender Day Yes No (Saratoga Nat'l Park) Commemoration 11 10/18/75 San Jose, Calif. Performance by Allan Hohvaness Yes No of commissioned symphony at the San Jose Symphony 10/19/75 Yorktown, Virginia British Surrender at Yorktown Yes No 10/22-10/26 Cocoa Beach, Florida SYNCON, Four days of inter- Yes No national dialogue to seek solutions to world problems future swen 11/8-11/9 Eugene, Oregon Freedom Train in the city Yes No 11/14-12/13 San Antonio, Texas USA '76: The First 200 Years, Yes No exhibit 12/4-12/6 Fresno, California Freedom Train in the city Yes No 12/15/75 Memphis, Tennessee Liberty Bowl with a Bicentennial Yes No Theme 12/31/75 Miami, Flordia Orange Bowl Parade with a Yes No Bicentennial Theme 12/31/75 Houston, Texas Blue Bonnet Bowl with a Yes No Bicentennial Theme LISEARY GERALD GERALD R FORD Page -4 RECOMMENDED BICENTENNIAL EVENTS STAFF DATE PLACE EVENT RECOMMEND 1/1-12/31/76 Miami, Florida Federal Bicentennial Exhibit Yes No at Trade and Cultural Center 1/1/76 Washington, D. C. Smithsonian Nation of Nations Yes No Exhibit 1/1/76 Tournament of Roses Parade Yes No Pasadena, motor Calif. with a Heritage '76 Theme. President invited as Grand Marshal 1/1/76 Washington, D. C. Award Presentations to Yes No winnders of Nat'l Bicent. Slogan contest, a Jack Anderson creation 1/8/76- Rochester, N. Y. Rochester Philharmonic Yes No 1/10/76 Orchestra concert commissioned by Gene Gutche, especially for the Bicentennial 1/10/76 Squaw Valley, Calif. Pre-Olympic International Yes No 1/11/76 Jump & Cross-Country meet 1/10/76 Beaumont, Texas Spindletop Bicentennial Cele- Yes No bration-anniversary of the beginning of the oil industry in America 1/12/76- Lubbock, Texas Exhibit of Ethnic Literature Yes No 1/31/76 1/17/76 Philadelphia, Pa. * Benjamin Franklin Birthday Yes No (Independence Nat'l Celebration Park) 1/17/76 or Washington, D. C. British Tattoo at Capital Yes No Center 2/3/76- Austin, Texas Freedom Train in the city Yes No 2/6/76 FORD & 074839 LIBRARY Page 5 RECOMMENDED BICENTENNIAL EVENTS STAFF DATE PLACE EVENT RECOMMEND 2/6/76 St. Augustine, Fla. Dedication of Nat'l Shrine Yes No of St. Photios honoring the first group of Greek immi- grants to arrive in the New World 2/22/76 George Washington George Washington's Birthday Yes No Birthplace, Va. Celebration 2/22/76- Ishpeming, Michigan Induction to National Ski Hall Yes No 3/20/76 of Fame 2/27/76 Currie, N. Carolina Pivotal Moores Creek Bridge Yes No (Moores Creek Nat'l Battle Celebration Military Park) 3/1/76- New York City Jefferson and Franklin Exhibit Yes No 5/1/76 at Metropolitan Museum 4/76 Mount Vernon to New York Yes No reenactment of George Washington's journey to the Inauguration site 4/3/76 Rome, New York Dedication of newly reconstructed Yes No (Fort Stanwix Nat'l Fort Stanwix Monument) 4/13/76 St. Louis, Missouri Special Thomas Jefferson Yes No Birthday Celebration 4/24/76 Washington, D. C Dedication of Bicentennial Yes No Grove in New Constitution Gardens (not firm) 4/26/76 Valley Forge, Pa. Address dinner of Military Yes No Chaplains Association 5/4/76 Providence, R.I. Colonial Music Festival Yes No 5/9/76 Vincennes, Indiana Commermorate Winning of the Yes No "Northwest" by Geo. Rogers Clark during the Revolution LIBRARY GERALD FORD * Harm Tuman Page 6 RECOMMENDED BICENTENNIAL EVENTS STAFF DATE PLACE EVENT RECOMMEND 5/18/75- Columbus, Ohio USA '76, The First 200 Years Yes No 6/16/75 exhibit 5/22/76 New York City Bicentennial Rededication of Yes No Statue of Liberty 5/26/76 Farmington, Pa. Fort Necessity Living History Yes No 9/1/76 Program 6/1/76- Corning, New York Exhibit of American Glass of Yes No 11/1/76 the last 300 Years 6/1/76- Ambler, Pa. Pennsylvania Ballet Company Yes No 6/6/76 Temple University sponsored Festival on the Freedom Trail 6/1/76 Mount Vernon, Va Opening of Sound and Light Yes No Show, gift of France 6/8/76- Ambler, Pa. Royal Danish Ballet Performance Yes No 6/13/76 sponsored by Temple University 6/15/76 Baltimore, Maryland Fort McHenry Flag Day Celeb. Yes No 6/22/76- Charlotte, N. Carolina Freedom Train in the city Yes No 6/23/76- Newport, Rhode Island Tall Ships arrive in the city Yes No 6/26/76 6/24/76- Anaheim, California National Square Yes No 6/30/76 6/27/76- Raleigh, North Carolina Freedom Train in the city Yes No 7/5/76 6/30/76- Syracuse, New York Natinal Intercollegiate Rowing Yes No 7/30/76 Championships; pre-Olympic Regatta with foreign & US crews 7/1/76- Washington, D. C. Performing Exhibits on the Mall Yes No 7/31/76 (Salute to Working Americans) GENETO FORD LIBRANA Page 7 RECOMMENDED BICENTENNIAL EVENTS STAFF DATE PLACE EVENT RECOMMEND 7/1/76 Elmira, New York Exhibit of sculpture depicting Yes No the works of Mark Twain, who was associated with the city of Elmira and is buried there. 7/2/76 Newport, Rhode Island Parade of Tall Ships involving Yes No X sailing vessels from 30 Nations How America 7/4/76 Philadelphi* 200th Birthday of the Signing Yes No of the Declaration of Inde- pendence 7/4/76 Washington, D. C. Multiple Events 7/4/76- Lakewood, Calif. Pan American Festival Week Yes No 7/11/76 7/5/76- Claremont, Calif. Concert of Summer Festival Yes No 8/1/76 7/6/76- Ambler, Pa. Rumanian Zambir Gypsy Co. Yes No 7/8/76 performance, sponsored by Temple University 7/9/76 Washington, D. C. Dedication of National Yes No Arboretum Bonsai Collection gift from Japan 7/10/76 Pecos, New Mexico Indian Trade Fair of 1776 Yes No Encampment 7/17/76- Fort Wayne, Indiana Torch lit from 1976 Olympic Yes No 7/22/76 Flame will be carried Olympia tradition by Canadian & American runners from Montreal to Purdue University 8/14/76- Barre, Vermont Old Time Fiddlers Contest Yes No 8/22/76 9/1/76 Huntington, W. Va. Appalachian Heritage Festival Yes No 9/15/76 * Horow Cemerair Day LISA GERALD R. FORD Page 8 RECOMMENDED BICENTENNIAL EVENTS STAFF DATE PLACE EVENT RECOMMEND 9/17/76- Flushing, New York USA '76: The First 200 Years Yes No 10/16/76 10/19/76 Yorktown, Virginia Bicentennial Era Commemora- Yes No tion of American Victory at Yorktown 11/1/76- Weelington, Ohio Exhibit of Archibald Willard Yes No 12/1/76 paintings 11/1/76- Rochester, New York Performance of the earliest Yes No 11/30/76 American opera, "The Disappoint- ment" 12/20/76 Memphis, Tennessee Liberty Bowl Game 1. Dun't advance dates 2. Aug 76 3. 7 centher details f Washing him + Environs is Cabriet FORD & 937839 LIBRARY THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON P May 23, 1975 Hold MEMORANDUM FOR: TED MARRS JIM CANNON JIM CONNORS BOB GOLDWIN RUSS ROURKE WARREN RUSTAND PAUL THEIS FROM: JACK Attached is the compiled list which we pre- pared today. I call to your attention the back page, which indicates those months in which there are no Bicentennial participation presently planned. --------- RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL/POSSIBLE June 14, 1975 Fort Benning, Georgia 200th Anniversary of Founding of the U. S. Army June 25-29, 1975 Washington, D. C. American Folklife on the Mall Exhibits July 4, 1975 Baltimore, Maryland "Our Country" Bicentennial Program at Fort McHenry August 17, 1975 Three Rivers, California Dedication of Bicentennial Grove of World's Largest Trees September 1-9, 1975 Huntington, West Virginia Appalachian Heritage Festival October 2-10, 1975 Lakeland, Florida Congressional Medal of Honor Society Convention October 10, 1975 Detroit, Michigan 200th Anniversary of Founding of the U.S. Navy Page 2 RECOMMEND OPTIONAL/POSSIBLE October 17, 1975 Washington, D. C. Ceremony Review & Reception for for Yorktown Irish Regiment sponsored by Irish Bicentennial Committee November 14-December 13, 1975 San Antonio, Texas USA '76: The First 200 Years Exhibit TENTATIVELY DROPPED January 1, 1976 Pasadena, California Tournament of Roses Parade January 1, 1976 Washington, D. C. Smithsonian Nation of Nations Exhibit January 17, 1976 Washington, D. C. British Tattoo at Capital Centre April 24, 1976 Washington, D. C. Dedication of Bicentennial Grove in New Constitution Gardens May 9, 1976 Vincennes, Indiana Commermorate Winning of the "Northwest" by George Rogers Clark Page 3 RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL/POSSIBLE May 8, 1976 Independence, Missouri Dedication of Harry Truman Momument Independence Bicentennial project May 22, 1976 New York City Bicentennial Rededication of Statue of Liberty June 1, 1976 Mount Vernon, Virginia Opening of Sound and Light Show, gift from France June 23-26, 1976 Newport, Rhode Island Tall Ships arrive in the City July 1-31, 1975 Washington, D. C. Performing Exhibits on the Mall (Salute to Working Americans) July 3, 1976 Washington, D. C. Honor America Ceremonies July 4, 1976 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Declaration of Independence Bicentennial July 9, 1976 Washington, D. C. Dedication of Nat'l Arboretum Bonsai collection (gift from Japan) In the following months the President's schedule does not show firm recommenda- tions for Bicentennial participation in the months set out below. In some instances participation will occur if events currently listed as optional are accepted. Reference is made to the master list for a description of events carried as optional. August 1975 (unless he attends optional event -- Grove of Trees) September 1975 (unless he attends optional events -- Appalachian Heritage Festival) October 1975 (unless he attends one of the optional events -- Lakewood, Florida; Detroit, Michigan; or Washington, D. C.) There is no firmly recommended event for Commemoration of the Bicentennial Founding of the U.S. Navy in October or the Marine Corps in November. December 1975 January 1976 (unless he attends optional event in Washington, D.C. Smithsonian) or British Tattoo February 1976 March 1976 April 1976 (unless he attends optional event in Washington, D.C. Grove of Trees) August 1976 September 1976 October 1976 November 1976 December 1976 DOMESTIC COUNCIL CLEARANCE SHEET DATE: May 27, 1975 JMC action required by: TO: JIM CANNON File VIA: DICK DUNHAM JIM CAVANAUGH FROM: Kathleen Ryan SUBJECT: Bicentennial COMMENTS: JMC asked me to review Perdita Huston's ideas. DATE: 5/29/75 RETURN TO: Material has been: Signed and forwarded Kathy attached what would of to asking poware you Changed and signed (copy an Returned per our conversation Noted 2 Thoughts Returned w/ note argalized speech ? June Jim Cannon FORD & 077839 LIBRARY May 9th 1975 Dear Jim: I have entitled this collection "random thoughts for a possible message". The collection is of a series of capsules to be shifted, used, scuttled, as you see fit. This is a suggested start in a series of statements which, ultimately, could become a policy/campaign message --- if one would run on a participation ticket. My apologies, this is an all too rapid job. But let's talk, and quickly. Sudite Warmly, E Act Perdita Huston Talk w/ Kathy Ryan FORD & GERALD LIBRARY -1- Possible Presidential message on the Bicentennial When the Declaration of Independence was signed and the revolution began, the new United States plunged into a period of national debate, soul-searching and learning. It was a long struggle. The prize to be gained was a new nation where freedom to develop human potential was the goal. We now recognize that freedom demands a constant struggle. We don't just obtain it and sit back. We must labor constantly to retain this most precious of possessions. The American people have done just that for two centuries. It has never been easy. And the struggle goes on. There are those who believe the past few years have been particularly damaging to the American spirit. I stand here today to say that I cannot accept that view. I believe the contrary is true. We have passed through the recent crises with a renewed belief in our institutions. We have proved once again that our constitutional form of government --- built on the concept of checks and balances -- is strong enough to withstand the frailities of men and of their policies. It is this strength which has fashioned the American character the national character which we would do well to reflect upon during our Bicentennial era. the An. Fevolution Biantenual Today I wish to discuss with you my views on the approaching commemora- tion of two centuries of united statcheed and tell you of what I perceive to be an occasion for taking pride in our past and in our accomplishments but above all, an occasion to learn, to explore and to plan for the next century of national life. If we review the past 200 years, we will see triumphs and we will see cause for humility. We, as a Nation, must ask the questions we individuals often ask our- selves: What have we done well? Where have we gone astray? Have we been true to the ideals we believe to be just? FORD : 97VR70 LIBRARY -2- We can learn from the answers. That is my hope for this era for I see the Bicentennial as a time to learn. A time to learn about our- selves, past and present - and to set the directions for our common future. It is a time to honor our people, display our accomplishments, exhibit our arts and examine the American experience. Our rich cultural life derives its quality from the diversity of our peoples. We are a Nation which respects its pluralism, which takes pride in the infinite diversity of our sons and daughters, in the racial, ethnic and religious cultures with which they have enriched our lives. It is a time to take pride in that respect for self-expression. Indi- vidualism IS the very essence of the American spirit. It is a time to learn about ourselves as a people with a common destiny. It is time to plan together for our common future. discard Several years ago, wise men and women agreed to disband plans for a central Bicentennial event. If one city were to "host" the Bicentennial, what would all other cities do? If the Bicentennial was on the East coast, how would the children of Iowa see it? Participation was the goal. Today, in every corner of this land, Americans are at work planning a commemoration of this Nation's birth. In Fargo, North Dakota, children opened the school system to scientists and futurists from afar. For they seek knowledge about their future. In Seguin, Texas etc... for they want to involve all people in their Bicentennial plans. The spirit of the Bicentennial is now everywhere. It is in every com- munity of the country. The infinite variety of programs challenges the imagination and brings proof again of the creativity of our people Leaders of women's organizations of all beliefs, feminist and tradi- tional, have come together with us to plan nationwide programs devoted to the understanding of our heritage, our culture and our community structures. The Nation's religious leaders are meeting (May 23) for the same purpose. & FORD ALD -3- The American people look to the Bicentennial with expectation and hope. In their creative tradition, they wish to re-capture the determination of the past and put it to work for the Nation's future. This then, is the subject of my speech today. I want to tell you of the future message of the Bicentennial. The program is entitled "Horizons '76". The program has potential for making a lasting con- tribution to the strength of American democracy. We must remember that this nation was founded by men and women who cared enough to participate in the affairs of state. That self-initiated involvement has come to be known as the Spirit of '76. We must now renew that spirit of self-reliance and of involvement in the affairs of community. Citizens are the source of change, of progress and are the strength of our system of government. National unity begins and depends on local unity. Local unity is possible only through the participation of all citizens. We must involve ourselves again in the affairs of government. Our Nation has grown all too quickly. Government has tried to keep abreast of that growth. Some criticize the federal government: "it is too big", "overpowerful". The polls tell us that trust and confidence have broken down between government and the people. Have we taken enough interest to see that representative government is well-informed on what the people think? Have citizens cared enough to strengthen the very concept of involvement in the affairs of governance? Washington doesn't want to --- nor can it possibly -- influence ALL the affairs of government. If we believe in the rights of citizens, we must also recognize the responsibility of citizenship. This is where the Bicentennial Horizons program can be inspirational to those who would set it right. Horizons seeks to promote citizen involvement in our community affairs. Participation is the key. Dozens of cities and towns are using citizen involvement techniques for planning the future of education, health, transportation, business, etc. BERALD FORD LIBRARY -4- The Alternative Futures for Washington program is an example of a state-wide citizen involvement effort of great significance to state future planning. A suburban example could be the municipality of Cleveland Heights, Ohio where many community groups have developed a coalition to make the township a vital part of their lives and future. The Goals for Dallas program stands out as an example of how a major urban area involved the citizens of the community in an examination of future needs, set goals, and made the necessary commitment to attain them. Federal legislation calls for citizen participation in its community, affairs programs. Yet the government cannot cause citizen involvement. It has to come from the people themselves. Many foundations see citizen involvement techniques as the very essence of the survival of our communities and have supported in a significant way, efforts of cities, states and townships to undertake programs where it is the people themselves who plan their future. The Bicentennial Administration's Horizons program is researching these efforts and would hope that communities throughout the country will use examples such as these as they honor the Nation's Bicentennial by plan- ning together for a more equitable and just future. We must learn to develop tools for citizen involvement and honor the success of those communities who have achieved this citizen involvement. The concept of "New Federalism" is attempting to renew the initiative of communities and assist the participation process. It is up to the American citizen to take a more active role in planning how they can best determine their future needs and priorities. This country was predicated on a belief in the ultimate wisdom of people and their ability to govern themselves. Thomas Jefferson wrote: "Whenever the people are well-informed, they can be trusted with their own government. Whenever things get SO wrong as to attract their notice, they may be relied on to set them to rights." The Bicentennial, then, can be a time of re-dedication to the principles of citizen involvement in public affairs. The Horizons program will assist communities & do that by making available research tools in the field of citizen involvement. This is by no means an easy task. It is a challenge, a unique challenge. I would hope that we are able to meet that challenge and focus, together, on our common future, our Nation's future and our Nation's place in the world of nations. FORD if LIBRARY 07V839 -5- Once again, in the words of Thomas Jefferson: "And I do believe we shall continue to grow, to multiply and prosper until we exhibit an association, powerful, wise and happy. beyond what has yet been the Becenter mal seen by men," Theirs should be a time to CARE for the gifts given this land whether it be the wealth of our natural environment, the products of human toil or our deep belief in the right to human dignity. Let us harness our knowledge for quality of life, not quantity of things. Let us exercise our responsibilities to ourselves, our neighbors and our land. Let us learn how to work together to reach new levels of achievement. and Let us view our two centuries of progress, of liberty, of reason and toil - with a sense of humility for we still have much further to go. 1212 IIVA 21 FORD is LIBRARY BICENTENNIAL REVOL REVOLUTION VOLUTION & 1776-1976 AMERICAN Revolution Administration Place N.W. D.C. 20276 -1776 * U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE : 1974-0-553-279 AMERICAN REVOLUTION EXCENTENNAL 1776-1976 AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM ACTIVITIES National Bicentennial Themes - Summary Information - Recognized Projects - Scheduled Projects and Events - Heritage '76 - Festival USA - Horizons '76 AMERICANA REVOLUTION INTENTENNIAL 1776-1976 NATIONAL BICENTENNIAL THEMES The Bicentennial commemoration has three thematic components as directed by Public Law 93-179 -- Heritage '76, Festival USA, and Horizons '76. National and international interest is mounting. ARBA OFFICIALLY RECOGNIZED PROJECTS ----- 188 HERITAGE '76 ----- 79 FESTIVAL USA ----- 47 HORIZONS '76 ----- 62 SCHEDULED PROJECTS & EVENTS RECORDED IN BINET* 19,818 HERITAGE '76 -- 7,876 FESTIVAL USA -- 7,449 HORIZONS '76 -- 4,005 INTERNATIONAL - 488 *ARBA's BICENTENNIAL INFORMATION NETWORK July 28, 1975 REVOLUTION AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 HERITAGE '76 A nationwide summons to recall our heritage, to place it in its his- torical perspective, and to focus on the origins, values, and unfolding panorama of our Nation's history. Let us remember "Our Freedoms" - to promote open discussion of the basic American freedoms. "Our Form of Government" - to further understand America's blueprint of government. "Our Founding Fathers" - to reexamine the roles, beliefs and backgrounds of the Founding Fathers, their unfulfilled objectives and their achievements. "Our Forgotten People" - to provide more visible recogni- tion of the roles played by ethnic, racial, and native American groups in the building of America. "The Places and Things of Our Past" - to encourage the preservation of priceless reminders of the American Heritage. "The Events of Our Past" - assessment of commemorative events in the history and growth of individual American communities in terms of their unifying influence on the Nation as a whole, One of the most challenging of the major programs to emerge in the "Heritage" program area is the "American Issues Forum." The idea was advanced by Walter Cronkite and will permit the collective engagement of the American people in a thoughtful examination of issues fundamental to the development and the future of American society. Developed by the National Endowment for the Humanities and ARBA, the project consists of the publication of a calendar or schedule of nine issues divided into 36 weekly sub-topics to be addressed in a variety of ways and employing diverse media and formats. The Forum extends from September 1975 through May 1976. The sub-topics constitute a compre- hensive base for the examination and discussion of specific issues. The issues and topics, organized in sequence and unified by a general theme, will be addressed by participating organizations, institutions, and the mass media in ways con- sidered appropriate to the purpose, resources, and audiences of individual organizers. Another major Heritage program being implemented is the "Bicentennial Junior Committees of Correspondence, sponsored by the U.S. Postal Service, the National Association of Elementary School Principals and ARBA. The program is designed to engage grade school children in correspondence on Bicentennial matters in the manner of the original revolutionary "Committees of Correspondence." The program has reached some three and one-half million students thus far. The preservation of historic archives and records vital to current historical research was embodied in the "National Historic Records Program," enacted by Congress in December 1974 in Public Law 93-536. This Bicentennial program let to legisla- tion that expanded the National Historic Publications Commission to help survey what records remain, establish criteria for their preservation, and foster simple standardized finding aids and inventories to make historical records accessible. The "Meeting House Program" will provide a permanent legacy to the American people in 55 historic sites (one for each State and Territory) that will be restored and used as meeting places for all citizens concerned with the preservation of the country's cultural heritage and the quality of the Nation's physical environment. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is actively supporting the program as its major contribution to the Bicentennial. The coalition of women's organizations working with ARBA has developed a project entitled "National Women's History Information Center," in cooperation with a major eastern university and a non-profit institute. The "Bicentennial Ethnic and Racial Council," was convened by ARBA with representatives of ethnic and racial groups in June 1974 to include the multi-cultural heritage of our people in planning for the Nation's 200th Birthday. ARBA is cooperating with "Project FORWARD '76,' " a national project of the Interchurch Center, which convened a national consultation of religious leaders in order to provide an opportunity for coordination of the many and varied Bicentennial activities being developed by religious organizations. The Bicentennial observance is becoming a vehicle for the expression of Indian culture and heritage. Illustrative of Native American Bicentennial efforts are the plans of the Navajo Nation in Window Rock, Arizona, to improve communica- tions and the exchange of information among the nearly 800,000 Tribal members. Also underway is the establishment of the "Navajo Heritage Center," a 110,000 acre irrigation center, and the construction of a facility for the performing arts. The Stockbridge-Munse Indians began the building of an "Indian Library-Museum" complex, while the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska initiated a project of preservation and improve- ment of the "reservation's timberland areas" under a Bicentennial ecology program. The "Mid-America All-Indian Center" project in Wichita, Kansas, will provide a national resource for Indian culture, research and information. The recognition of 19 Indian tribes and reservations as Bicentennial Communities is indicative of the growing interest of the Native American sector in the commemoration. REVOLUTION AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 FESTIVAL USA A nationwide opportunity to share with each other and the people of the world our traditions, our culture, our hospitality, and our character. Let us celebrate "The Traditions of Our People" - to share among Americans and with people from other parts of the world the wealth of American fold traditons and the riches of the country's cultural experience. "Our Diversity" - to rediscover the traces of the cultural diversity of America's past in order to promote a greater understanding of the breadth and depth of America's culture. "The Vitality of Our Culture" - to place special emphasis on activities expressing the pluralistic nature of America's society and its roots in the nations in the world, and on those distinctively American contributions to the world's culture which reflect the American revolutionary spirit. "Our Hospitality" - to renew America's spirit of hospitality toward foreign visitors and toward its own people in order to increase understanding of others and of ourselves. "The American Scene" - to encourage Americans and the people of the world to become familiar with the United States during the Bicentennial. A major "Festival USA" activity is "The Festival of American Folklife," sponsored by the Smithsonian Institution's Division of Performing Arts, with the support of the Private Sector, the National Park Service and ARBA. It is held annually in Washington, D.C. and has expanded nationwide for the Bicentennial. Other then providing a channel for the cultural expressions of States and communities, the Festival affords an excellent channel of direct participation by foreign governments and groups. This year, eight international groups will tour more than 40 American cities. Currently, the Smithsonian's Folklife Festival addresses four major theme areas: "Old Ways in the New World" - focuses upon the cultural expressions -- music, dance, food and folklore -- of groups which have immigrated to the United States and have retained many of the customs of their homelands. "Working Americans" - focuses upon the occupational skills, crafts and lore of American workmen and women. The sponsors in conjunction with the Department of Labor, and the AFL-CIO, have developed for the Bicentennial the working American Festivals that are expected to be staged in communities across the Nation by 1976. "Native Americans" - this segment of the Folklife Festival focuses on the Native Americans as an active part of the Third Century Life while they maintain the ways and values of cultural expressions older than the country itself. It deals with the culture and unique lifestyle of American Indians, Eskimos, and Aleuts. "Regional America" - provides a geographic perspective to the products, skills and traditions found throughout America. Another Festival activity being developed is the officially recognized "Bikecentennial '76" organization which has mapped a cross-country trail for the Nation's cyclists. The route will open in 1976 from the Oregon coast to Williamsburg, Virginia. The "American Freedom Train" was organized to carry materials expressing our American heritage on a tour of 76 cities in 48 states during a 21-month period. Thousands are now viewing documents and artifacts aboard the train. The Freedom Train's journey began in Delaware, the first State to enter the Union, on April 1, 1975. As of this time, the train has been viewed by approximately 1,000,000 visitors. The "Wagon Train Pilgrimage" commemorating the westward expansion of the Nation, is now rolling. Sponsored and funded in part by the State of Pennsylvania, 50 covered wagons will eventually join the long trek from the West Coast to the East Coast in a replay of history in reverse. The first official start of the Wagon Train began in Blaine, Washington on June 8, 1975, successively picking up wagons from each of the states and traveling eastward until the train reaches historic Valley Forge on July 4, 1976. For the "Festival USA" program area, an "International Women's Arts Exhibition and Festival" is planned for November 1976 in Los Angeles in cooperation with the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. TOURISM ARBA's Program Staff is working with other government agencies and the travel industry to see that the experience of each traveler will be as pleasant and as memorable as possible while minimizing the disruptive effects on the communities to be visited and their residents. The travel industry and others are being encouraged to make information available in languages other than English, arrange for convenient exchange of foreign currencies for travelers, provide multi-lingual guide services at major tourist attractions, and to increase the number of both tourist information centers and facilities for families with children. ARBA provided a grant to "Boston 200," the city's official Bicentennial organization, to develop a guide for the rest of the Nation to use as a model in providing for visitor services during the Bicentennial. REVOLUTION AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 HORIZONS '76 A nationwide challenge to every American, acting individually or within his commu- nity to select and act upon goals to help make America become the "more perfect union" and to improve the quality of life for all as we enter the Third Century. Let us shape tomorrow "By Setting Goals Today" - By recognizing that world society is interdependent and that the problem-solving tradition of Americans can contribute in a large measure toward the improvement of the quality of life for them- selves and for others. "And Let It Begin With Me" - By strengthening and deepening public confidence in participatory democracy. "By Securing the Blessings of Liberty" - By reaffirming the American commitment to insure that the country's basic liberties are a fact of life for every American and for generations to come. "From the Innovations of Today" - By accentuating the innovative character of American society to illustrate its ability to anticipate and meet the problems and the requirements of changing life patterns. A major "Horizons '76" program is the "National Bicentennial Internship Program" which is a cooperative effort of four regional service-learning programs working to further the Bicentennial through the involvement of educational institutions. Students serving as interns work with agencies and groups at the state and local levels. It is administered in the Midwest by the Midwestern Advisory Committee on Higher Education in Bloomington, Indiana; in the East by the Educational Development Center of Newton, Massachusetts; in the South by the Southern Regional Education Board of Atlanta, Georgia; and in the West by the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education in Boulder, Colorado. Another project is that of the Sierra Club and the Nature Conservancy, cooperating with other national, state and local organizations, in initiating the Nation's first "Comprehensive National Inventory of Natural Areas" -- a study outlining important land areas and balancing ecological priorities. Many activities have emerged in support of environmental and ecological goals. The "Bicentennial Environmental Project," encourages cooperation of six nationwide vocational student organizations in projects to improve the social and physical environment. The "Youth Conservation Corps Bicentennial Environment Project" aims at construction and rehabilitation activities involving our national forests. The "Johnny Horizon '76 - Let's Clean up America for Our 200th Birthday" campaign is sponsored by the Department of the Interior in cooperation with other Federal agencies and some 2,000 organizations around the country. The program seeks to establish a conservation ethic while cleaning up the Nation's waters, air and land. The Women's Coalition adopted as its "Horizons" program the development of "Community Resource Centers" to identify and match the needs and resources of their communities for improved community service. Chief among the "Horizons '76" activities is the "Call for Achievement" program. The growing gap between government and the governed -- with the erosion of the American Town Hall concept -- is reflected by current citizen concern for the restoration of faith in the processes of democracy. The objective is to gain citizen involvement in the decision-making process of local government. In June of 1974, ARBA merged the "National Community Goals" project with the newly organized "Citizen Involvement Network" (CIN). The Network was the result of consolidation of several independent programs around the country. The Lilly Endowment, the Kettering Foundation, John D. Rockefeller III and ARBA joined in funding the initial increment of the CIN experiment. The pilot program focuses on some 20 communities as a control group in which plans and options will be tested and evaluated to provide on-going updated information to those communities participating in the "Call for Achievement." The"Knowledge 2000" program is being sponsored by the National Science Foundation, Xerox Corporation and ARBA and will explore the knowledge capabilities required to meet the challenges of the next 25 years. The purpose will be to focus an organized intellectual effort on identifying important areas of knowledge, major concerns and issues confronting the nation and world at the outset of our Nation's Third Century. HAERICAN REVOLUTION INTENTENNIAL 1776-1976 A LISTING OF PROJECTS OFFICIALLY RECOGNIZED BY THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION Heritage '76 79 Festival USA 47 Horizons '76 62 TOTAL 188 July 28, 1975 HERITAGE 76 000045 ADAMS NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE IMPROVEMENT 09/08/72 010848 AFRO-AMERICAN ART/SLIDE COLLECTION BERKELEY, CA 07/16/75 007888 AM MUSIC: EVOLUTION OF JAZZ IN HISTORICAL CAPSULES 06/03/75 004942 AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL NATIONAL PARK IN ISRAEL 01/28/75 002840 AMERICAN DESIGN BICENTENNIAL 09/26/74 002846 AMERICAN FARM TRAVELING EXHIBITION OF CALIF, THE 09/26/74 001976 AMERICAN ISSUES FORUM 05/09/74 00010S AMERICAN MUSEUM OF THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF APT 12/08/72 000145 AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL PHILATELIC AWARDS 04/04/73 000005 AMERICA'S INVENTIVE GENIUS EXHIBITION IN CHICAGO 09/08/72 010819 ART PRINTS IN WASHINGTON CROSSING, PA 06/03/75 006882 ASPEN INSTITUTE BICENTENNIAL PROGRAM 04/15/75 010839 BETHUNE COLLECTION ON BLACK WOMEN WASHINGTON, DC 06/03/75 003796 BICENTENNIAL ARCHIVE OF SPOKEN COMMUNICATION 06/12/75 006872 BICENTENNIAL CONFERENCE ON RELIGIOUS LIBERTY-PHILA 03/27/75 010991 BICENTENNIAL INDIAN POW WOW PROJ OF BOSTON, MA 06/03/75 007932 "BICENTENNIAL SENIORS" PROGRAM 06/12/75 002184 BICENTENNIAL WAGON TRAIN/TRAIL RIDERS PILGRIMAGE 09/26/74 003057 BICENTENNIAL YOUTH DEBATES, WASHINGTON DC 12/04/74 004938 BIRD 2. SON HISTORIC GRANT PROGRAM 01/28/75 001073 BLACK ACHIEVEMENT EXHIBIT 05/21/75 010797 CARIBBEAN in. THE AMERICAN REVOL, ST THOMAS, VI, THE 05/21/75 010718 CLASSICAL BLACK HERITAGE DETROIT, MI 05/21/75 000046 COLONIAL NATL HIST PK--YORKTOWN BATTLEFIELD IMPROV 09/08/72 001746 COMMEMORATION OF DOMINGUEZ-ESCALANTE EXPEDITION 12/17/74 007896 DAR NATIONAL BICENTENNIAL PROGRAM: FOCUS-1976 04/14/75 007895 DELTA QUEEN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE, THE 04/15/75 000037 FEDERAL HALL NATIONAL MEMORIAL 09/08/72 003045 FILM ABOUT USA CAPITAL "CITY OUT OF WILDERNESS" 09/26/74 000336 FORT MCHENRY NATIONAL MONUMENT IMPROVEMENTS 09/08/72 000342 FORT MOULTRIE NATIONAL MONUMENT 09/08/72 000335 FORT NECESSITY NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD 09/08/72 000035 FORT STANWIX NATL MONUMENT DEVELOPMENT 09/08/72 001636 FORWARD '76 NATIONAL RELIGIOUS FREEDOM PROJECT 09/26/74 000001 FOXFIRE PROJECT COMMUNITY CULTURAL HISTORIES 09/08/72 000032 GEORGE ROGERS CLARK NATL HIST PARK IMPROVEMENTS 09/08/72 000042 GEORGE WASHINGTON BIRTHPLACE NATL MON IMPROVEMENTS 09/08/72 010989 GREAT VALLEY PATRIOTS PROJ OF STAUNTON, VA. 07/16/75 000047 GUILFORD COURTHOUSE NATL MIL PARK--IMPROVEMENTS 09/08/72 000003 HALL OF AMERICAN MARITIME ENTERPRISE 09/08/72 000041 HOPEWELL VILLAGE NATL HISTORIC SITE--IMPROVEMENTS 09/08/72 000040 INDEPENDENCE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK 09/08/72 000056 INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE U.S.A. 09/26/74 000011 INTERPHIL 176 INTERNATIONAL STAMP SHOW 12/25/73 000128 INTL WORLD CONGRESS ON PHIL OF LAW & SOCIAL PHIL 09/08/72 000049 KINGS MOUNTAIN NMP-HDQTRS AND TRAILS DEVELOPMENT 09/08/72 008598 LASALLE: EXPEDITION II CHICAGO 07/16/75 002847 LBJ MEMORIAL GROVE ON THE POTOMAC 09/26/74 000002 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS HISTORICAL SYMPOSIA 12/08/72 000167 LIVING HISTORY FARMS OF. IOWA 06/12/75 000287 MEETING HOUSE PRESERVATION ACT 05/15/73 000033 MINUTE MAN NATL HISTORICAL PARK--IMPROVEMENTS 09/08/72 000048 MOORES CREEK NATL MILITARY PARK--IMPROVEMENTS 09/08/72 000039 MORRISTOWN NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS 09/08/72 000061 MT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL 12/10/71 003717 MULTI-STATE DOMINGUEZ-ESCALANTE TRAIL PGM 05/21/75 000004 NATIONAL HISTORIC RECORDS PROGRAM 05/16/72 FORD 007901 NATIONAL HOME BUILDERS MEETING HOUSE ASSISTANCE 05/06/75 009566 NATIVE AMERICAN MONUMENT IN MIAMI, OKLAHOMA 06/03/75 001181 OLD WORLD WISCONSIN AM OUTDOOR ETHNIC MUSEUM 03/27/75 LIBRARY 008623 PATRICK HENRY'S "GIVE ME LIBERTY OR GIVE ME DEATH" 06/03/75 006873 PPESS & THE AMER REVOLUTION-NEWSPAPEP ARTICLES, TH 03/27/75 010923 PROGRAM ON AFRO-AMERICAN HERITAGE IN PA 05/21/75 002849 PROJECT: HERITAGE RESTORED UNDERSEA ARCHARDI NEY 09/26/74 002849 PROJECT: HERITAGE RESTORED - UNDERSEA ARCHAEOLOGY 09/26/74 007838 RESTORATION OF HISTORIC FORTRESS IN CHARLESTON, SC 06/03/75 000031 SALEM MARITIME NATL HISTORIC SITE--IMPROVEMENTS 09/08/72 000034 SARATOGA NATL HISTORICAL PARK--IMPROVEMENTS 09/08/72 007942 SEMINAR ON THE BARTRAM TRAIL 06/03/75 006883 SHAKESPEARE IN AMERICA PROJ OF THE FOLGER LIBRARY 04/15/75 001783 SLOGANS USA - BICENTENNIAL SLOGAN CONTEST 01/21/75 000009 SOUTH STREET SEAPORT 09/08/72 000038 STATUE OF LIBERTY--AMER MUSEUM OF IMMIGRATION 09/08/72 003716 US POSTAL SERVICE BICENTENNIAL PROGRAM 11/08/74 006884 VERMONT 1876 TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM 03/27/75 000012 WASHINGTON CROSSING THE DELAWARE BICENTENNIAL PGM 04/30/73 007824 "WEST TO FREEDOM" - FILM 05/21/75 010940 "THE WORLD TURNED UPSIDE DOWN", BOSTON, MA 05/21/75 007802 YOUTH & ABOVE GROUND ARCHAEOLOGY, 1976-COMPETITION 05/21/75 005352 2ND CONTINENTAL CONGRESS DBSERVANCE -PHILADELPHIA 06/12/75 FESTIVAL USA 007943 ADVISORY SERVICES TO LOCAL HERITAGE ARTS PROJECTS 05/21/75 007898 AIR FRANCE BICENTENNIAL ART CONTEST 04/22/75 001785 "AMERICA IN THE THIRD CENTURY" POSTER PROJECT 02/04/75 000181 AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL FLEET, THE 07/09/73 001776 AMERICAN FREEDOM TRAIN. THE 09/16/74 008561 AMERICAN MUSIC PROGRAMS IN WASHINGTON, DC 06/03/75 002800 AMERICAN WIND SYMPHONY DRCHESTRA BICENT ODYSSEY 09/26/74 007828 AMERICA'S WORLD DANCE FESTIVAL IN PHILADELPHIA 05/21/75 001784 BHAM-BICENT HORIZONS OF AMERICAN MUSIC IN ST LOUIS 01/25/75 004568 BICENTENNIAL CONCERT KITS OF THE JC PENNEY CO 11/08/74 004500 BICENTENNIAL PARADE OF AMERICAN MUSIC 12/17/74 000834 "BIKECENTENNIAL '76" PROJECT 04/04/74 008568 CARAVAN OF AMER FREEDOM MURALS 8 THEATER 09/26/74 010865 CROW BICENTENNIAL DAYS IN BIG HORN. MT 06/03/75 010902 DETROIT, MI, SENIOR CITIZENS FESTIVAL 05/21/75 001978 DISNEY'S "AMERICA ON PARADE" PROGRAM 02/14/75 011003 FESTIVAL COMMEMORATING DE ANZA EXPEDITION IN AZ 06/03/75 000111 FESTIVAL OF AMERICAN FOLKLIFE-SMITHSONIAN & NPS 05/15/73 008591 FESTIVAL OF LIFE IN WICHITA, KANSAS 06/03/75 011125 FRANCE-LOUISIANA FESTIVAL - NEW ORLEANS 06/03/75 007873 HOSPITALIZED VETERANS' BICENTENNIAL PROJECT 06/03/75 000268 INTERNATIONAL YOUTH HOSTEL FEDERATION CONFERENCE 06/03/75 007938 LADIES' HOME JOURNAL STITCHERY WALLHANGING CONTEST 06/12/75 001571 MID-AMERICA ALL-INDIAN CENTER, INC OF KANSAS 03/27/75 010998 NATIVE AMERICAN INTERPRETIVE CENTER, PIPESTONE, MN 06/03/75 004571 NEBRASKA SCULPTURES ON THE INTERSTATE 80 HIGHWAY 11/08/74 000154 NINETY-NINES BICENT STAR PROGRAM -WOMEN PILOTS, TH 07/09/73 000109 "OPSAIL '76" - OPERATION SAIL 1976 04/23/73 006876 OTRABANDA - THEATRICAL PROGRAMS FOR THE BICENT 03/27/75 004570 "OUR CAPITOL, FREEDOM SPEAKS" - SOUND & LIGHT 11/03/74 000793 PACIFIC NORTHWEST ANNUAL MUSIC FESTIVAL SEATTLE 10/31/73 004569 PARTNERS OF THE AMERICAS BICENTENNIAL PROGRAM 11/08/74 000127 PUEBLO. CO, CIVIC SYMPHONY ASSOC BICENTENNIAL PROJ 10/31/73 001770 RINGLING BROTHERS & BARNUM % BAILEY BICENT PROGRAM 03/13/75 004319 ROUND THE WORLD ANTIQUE AUTO RACE-RERUN 1908 EVENT 06/11/75 007937 SCULPTURE EXHIBITION, "SCULPTURE FOR A NEW ERA" 06/12/75 000124 SHOWBOAT CHILDREN'S THEATER 09/08/72 000216 SHREVEPORT SYMPHONY BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION 03/27/75 FORD 000187 SISTER CITIES PROJECT 05/21/75 010997 SYMPOSIUM ON NATIVE ARTS AND CRAFTS, ANCHORAGE, AK 05/21/75 008580 TALL SHIPS 1976: NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND 07/16/75 GERALD LISEARY 003046 TOURNAMENT OF ROSES PARADE - 1975-1976-1977 09/26/74 005602 VISIT AMERICA PROJECT OF THE NETHERLANDS 03/04/75 002842 1976 INTL CONVENTION, PACIFIC AREA TRAVEL ASSOC-HI 03/13/75 004797 "200 YEARS--200 MILES OF TRAIL" PROJECT 02/13/75 002152 2000 YEARS OF AMERICAN INDIAN ART EXHIBIT, LONDON 09/26/74 000122 25TH NATIONAL SQUARE DANCE CONVENTION 09/08/72 000122 25TH NATIONAL SQUARE DANCE CONVENTION 09/08/72 HORIZONS 76 007815 AMERICAN ISSUES FORUM IN NYC. THE 05/21/75 000119 AMERICAN NATURAL AREA COMMITTEE 03/26/73 007894 ARBA COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES CAMPUS PROGRAM 11/04/74 007892 ARMED FORCES INSTALLATIONS & COMMANDS PROGRAM 04/04/75 006302 BACKYARD WILDLIFE HABITAT PROGRAM 03/13/75 000224 BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITIES PROGRAM 03/26/73 002801 "BICEP" BICENT ENVIRONMENTAL PROJ -NATL MODEL PROJ 09/26/74 000117 "CALL FOR ACHIEVEMENT" NATL COMMUNITY GOALS PROJ 04/22/70 007931 CENTURY III COMMUNITIES PROJECT 06/12/75 010792 CHILDREN'S BICENTENNIAL ISLAND IN WASHINGTON, DC 05/21/75 003867 COMMITTEES FOR RESOURCE RECOVERY NATL PROJECT 02/13/75 001301 CONGRESS OF WORLD UNITY AND BROTHERHOOD 09/26/74 001713 COUNCIL OF INTL PROGRAMS-20TH ANNIV CONFERENCE 09/26/74 001895 DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION MECCA PGM (NATL MODEL PROJ) 09/26/74 001977 EDUCATION FOR A GLOBAL COMMUNITY PROJ OF THE NEA 09/26/74 007893 EVERY CHILD IN '76 IMMUNIZATION PROJECT 04/22/75 003843 EXTERIOR SENSORY LEARNING ENVIRONMENT PGM 1. MIAMI 02/13/75 002402 FARMEEST '76 IN LAKE CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA 01/28/75 004515 FOUR C'S FOR CENTURY III -SEVENTH DAY ADVENTISTS 11/08/74 006875 FREE STREET PROGRAMS CELEBRATING CREATIVE SPIRIT 03/27/75 002769 GREEN SURVIVAL FOR THE THIRD CENTURY 09/26/74 010832 HANDBOOK ON AGING WASHINGTON, DC 06/03/75 009081 HERITAGE CENTER IN WINDOW ROCK, ARIZONA 06/03/75 007933 HUGH O'BRIAN YOUTH FOUNDATION LEADERSHIP SEMINAR 05/27/75 002243 INDIAN PUEBLO CULTURAL CENTER INC OF ALBUQUERQUE 06/03/75 008542 INTERAMERICAN RURAL YOUTH EXCHANGE 07/16/75 003722 INTERNATIONAL PEACE GARDEN OF BISMARK, ND 07/10/75 004726 INTERNATIONAL SYNCON CONFERENCE OCTOBER, 1975 12/17/74 000115 JOHNNY HORIZON 76 12/08/72 001603 LIBERTY PLANTREE - REDEDICATION OF LIBERTY TREE 02/23/74 001979 MOBILE HEALTH FAIR PROGRAM 03/27/75 001786 NATIONAL BICENTENNIAL SERVICE ALLIANCE PROGRAM 02/25/75 007813 NATIONAL CONGRESS ON VOLUNTEERISM, THE 07/16/75 002770 NATIONAL LAND GIFTS PROGRAM "LAND 176" 09/26/74 010775 NATIONAL MODELS FOR NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DC 06/03/75 000024 NATL BICENTENNIAL INTERNSHIP PGM -SOUTHEAST AREA 03/26/73 000025 NATL BICENTENNIAL INTERNSHIP PGM -MIDWEST AREA 03/26/73 000027 NATL BICENTENNIAL INTERNSHIP PGM -NORTHEAST AREA 03/26/73 000114 NATL BICENTENNIAL INTERNSHIP PGM -MOUNTAIN AREA 03/26/73 000716 NATL BICENTENNIAL PROJECT FOR THE GIRL SCOUTS 12/04/73 007934 NATL FOOTBALL LEAGUE BICENTENNIAL PROGRAM 06/12/75 000023 NATL MEDICAL ASSOC SICKLE CELL ADVOCACY PROJECT 02/22/72 000150 NIAGARA FALLS RAINBOW CENTER 12/10/71 002799 OHIO'S WATERSHED HERITAGE PROJ (NATL MODEL PROJ) 09/26/74 007935 OPERATION INDEPENDENCE 06/12/75 003723 OPERATION OUTREACH: UNDERSTANDING FOR SURVIVAL 03/27/75 001700 PACIFIC 21 EXHIBITION & INTERNATIONAL SCONFERENCE 09/26/74 001639 POSITIVE ACTION LEADERSHIP (PAL) PROGRAM OF TEXAS 02/13/75 003845 PROJECT 176: EDUCATION THEN 8 NOW 01/28/75 007936 READING IS FUN-DAMENTAL 02/21/75 000718 SPIRIT OF '76 PROJECT OF BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA 10/31/73 001771 SPIRIT OF 176 & BEYOND NATIONWIDE PROJECT 03/13/75 008574 STUDENT ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICE IN CLEVELAND, OHIO 07/16/75 002773 TEXAS COLLEGE BICENTENNIAL PPOJ (NATL MODEL PROJ) 09/26/74 001523 THIRTEEN ORIGINAL STATES BICENTENNIAL INTERN PGM 03/28/73 007897 "TOWN MEETING '76" PROGRAM 04/22/75 FORD 000118 TREES FROM THE NATION'S HISTORY 12/08/72 007834 TWO-HUNDRED YEARS OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN INTERACTION 06/03/75 GERALD 002793 WE, THE PEOPLE --- CAMP FIRE GIRLS PROJECT 11/19/74 008625 WILL-JOLIET BICENTENNIAL MEMORIAL & CULTURAL PARK 07/16/75 000209 WORLD FOOD CONFERENCE OF 1976 04/02/74 010739 "YOUTH FOR UNDERSTANDING", ANN ARBOR. MICHIGAN 05/21/75 REVOLUTION AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 NATIONAL BICENTENNIAL * ALLIANCE * SERVICE 26 AFFILIATES (Feb. 1975) * HOSPITALITY 5 AFFILIATES (March 1975) * SPORTS 4 AFFILIATES (June 1975) * ETHNIC/RACIAL (mailings in process) (June 1975) SERVICE ALLIANCE MEMBERS Kiwanis International Educational & Cultural Trust National Exchange Club Fund of the Electrical Industry Toastmasters International Council on Abandoned Military United States Jaycees Posts Boys' Clubs of America Junior Achievement Association of Junior Leagues United Service Organizations (USO) B'nai B'rith/B'nai B'rith Women National Association of Life Church Women United in the USA Underwriters American Legion Disabled American Veterans National Grange National Park and Recreation Company of Fifers and Drummers Association Civitan International American Society of Civil Pi Kappa Alpha Memorial Foundation Engineers Sertoma International National Campers and Hikers Assoc. Nichiren Shoshu Academy National Extension Homemakers North-South Skirmish Assoc. Council HOSPITALITY ALLIANCE MEMBERS People-to-People International International Cultural Exchange American Culture Tours "Spirit Meet the Americans of '76" American Field Service Interna- tional Scholarships SPORTS ALLIANCE MEMBERS National Collegiate Athletic Amature Softball Association Association (NCAA) Womens International Bowling Amature Athletic Union (AAU) Conference FORD & LIBRARY SERALLO American Revolution Bicentennial Administration REVOLUTION 2401 E Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20276 AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 NATIONAL BICENTENNIAL SERVICE ALLIANCE PROGRAM GUIDELINES FEBRUARY 1975 I. INTRODUCTION The American Revolution Bicentennial Administration was established by Congress (Public Law 93-173) to coordinate, facilitate and aid in scheduling the National Bicentennial commemoration. The national celebration focuses on three themes whose adoption by state and territorial Bicentennial commissions and ARBA designated Bicentennial Communities will give national cohesion to the observance. The themes are: Heritage '76 - let us remember Embracing programs which focus upon the people, places and events of the American past il- lustrating the spirit, values and accomplishments of our two centuries of growth and development, and the continuity and contemporary validity of the ideals of the American Revolution. Festival USA - let us celebrate Is the celebration of the uniquely rich and diverse nature of American culture. It will provide opportunities to witness the arts, crafts and traditions of native and foreign origin which we have adopted as our own. It will also feature travel in the United States by Americans and visitors from abroad, to learn through experience about the realities of America. Horizons '76 - let us shape tomorrow. Looks to the future and to the yet to be realized potentials of our third century of independence and liberty. It is a call to individuals, groups, communities and the nation to set goals for our- selves which express the best that is within us. The necessity of maximum participation by all Americans uniformly across the nation regardless of background or geographic location, was recognized early in the planning for the Bicentennial celebration. Rather than reliance on a single exposition in one place in 1976, a community focus was adopted within a national framework, wherein local talents, resourcefulness, and initiative would be given the greatest opportunity for expression in honor of the natton's 200th anniversary. The many national service organizations of America can provide invaluable assistance to the community especially by providing linkage between national and local Bicentennial planning, among communities in which their members reside, and among the members of different service organizations in the same locality. The ARBA has instituted a National Bicentennial Communities Program and the Bicentennial College and Universities Campus Program to recognize grass roots commitment to plan for the celebration. The National Bicentennial Service Alliance will reinforce these programs, and provide significant opportunities to the membership to forge a new Spirit of '76. 2 II. ELIGIBILITY All non-profit, non-governmental voluntary organizations, composed of affiliated groups in three or more states, whose primary purposes are to address community needs through non-remunerative activities by their members, are eligible to apply for membership in the National Bicentennial Service Alliance (NBSA). "Community needs" are here understood to be the needs of a wider community of persons than that represented by the membership of the organization and its affiliates. III. REQUIREMENTS FOR MEMBERSHIP A. Membership in the NBSA is granted by the American Revolution Bicentennial Ad- ministration upon the receipt and evaluation of the application form and attachments thereto. B. To qualify for membership in the NBSA, eligible organizations are required: 1. To designate a continuing liaison officer to serve as a contact for members and the general public for information on the activities of the organization in the Bicentennial celebration. 2. To initiate a program of continuing communication with the organization's membership through specified media such as newsletters, magazines, and bulletins to: a. Inform the membership of national Bicentennial planning at the National, State and local levels and of the activities of the National Alliance. b. Stimulate community Bicentennial activity by the membership in cooperation with other local service, fraternal, and social organizations, and with Bicentennial agencies. 3. To undertake one National Bicentennial project of lasting value, involving the personal participation of the nationwide membership. IV. NBSA MEMBERSHIP STATUS NBSA membership is conferred upon the national organization and extends to local affiliates and individual members of each organization. NBSA membership includes an entitlement to use the official National Bicentennial symbol as follows: A. The national organization will receive the National Bicentennial flag and ARBA Certificate of Recognition. B. The organization may employ the National symbol on materials used to promote the purposes of the NBSA among its membership, and on certificates, trophies, plaques, and other devices (provided free or at cost by and at the option of the organization), to recognize participation in NBSA activities by local chapters and individual members. C. The National Bicentennial symbol may be used by NBSA members only in connection with Bicentennial projects approved by the national organization as being in fulfillment of the requirements of NBSA membership. D. The National Bicentennial symbol must appear in accordance with the ARBA Official Graphics Manual together with the citation: "Member, National Bicentennial Service Alliance." E. NBSA membership does not disqualify an organization from proposing independently, a Bicentennial program of national or international significance for official ARBA recognition. APPLICATION 3 NAME OF ORGANIZATION BUSINESS ADDRESS ZIP TELEPHONE ( ) NUMBER OF STATES WITH AFFILIATED MEMBERS NUMBER OF AFFILIATED MEMBERS A. CERTIFICATION It is certified that: 1. As the chief executive officer of the above named organization, I am authorized to sign this certification, and to apply thereby on behalf of the organization for membership in the National Bicentennial Service Alliance (NBSA). 2. The organization meets the requirements of eligibility to apply for membership in the NBSA. 3. The organization is committed to fulfill the requirements of membership in the NBSA as stated in the attachment. 4. The undersigned, or the designated Bicentennial liaison officer of the organization will furnish periodic progress reports when requested by ARBA. 5. If recognized as a member of the NBSA, the organization will use the National B Bicentennial Symbol in accordance with the ARBA Graphics Manual together with the citation: "Member, National Bicentennial Service Alliance." DATE SIGNATURE TYPED NAME TITLE B. ATTACHMENTS TO NBSA APPLICATION 1. A copy of the pertinent sections of the constitution, by-laws, charter or other official documents (s) of the organization, expressing its purpose in community service. 2. A description of the undertakings of the organization in fulfillment of the requirements of membership in the NBSA, including: a. The name, address, and telephone number(s) of the Bicentennial liaison officer. b. The nature of the organization's Bicentennial communication program, title of publications to be used, frequency of issue, volume of circulation, frequency of special Bicentennial features, etc. OPTIONAL: Attach copy of organization publications to be used. C. A description of organization's National Bicentennial project, its purpose, and objectives, types of activities, contributions, to community life, and scope of membership involvement. American Revolution Bicentennial Administration REVOLUTION 2401 E Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20276 AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 NATIONAL BICENTENNIAL HOSPITALITY ALLIANCE PROGRAM GUIDELINES MARCH 1975 I. INTRODUCTION The American Revolution Bicentennial Administration was established by Congress (Public Law 93-173) to coordinate, facilitate and aid in scheduling the National Bicentennial commemoration. The national celebration focuses on three themes whose adoption by state and territorial Bicentennial commissions and ARBA designated Bicentennial Communities will give national cohesion to the observance. The themes are: Heritage '76 - a nationwide summons to recall our heritage, to place it in its historical perspective, and to focus on the origins, values, and unfolding panorama of our Nation's history. Festival USA - a nationwide opportunity to share with fellow Americans and the people of the world the traditions, the culture, the hospitality, and the character of the United States and its people. Horizons '76 - a nationwide challenge to every American, acting in- dividually or with us to select and act upon goals to help make America the "more perfect union" and to im- prove the quality of life for the Third Century. The necessity of maximum participation by all Americans uniformly across the nation regardless of background or geographic location, was recognized early in the planning for the Bicentennial celebration. Rather than reliance on a single exposition in one place in 1976, a community focus was adopted within a national framework, wherein local talents, resourcefulness, and initiative would be given the greatest opportunity for expression in honor of the nation's 200th anniversary. The hospitality and exchange organizations of America can provide invaluable assistance to the community especially by providing linkage between national and local Bicentennial planning, among communities in which their associated individuals, groups or organizations reside, and among different hospitality and exchange organizations in the same locality. The ARBA has also instituted a National Bicentennial Communities Program, the Bicentennial College and Universities Campus Program, and the National Bicentennial Service Alliance to recognize grass roots commitment to plan for the celebration. The National Bicentennial Hospitality Alliance will reinforce these programs, and provide significant opportunities to forge a new Spirit of '76. 2 II. ELIGIBILITY All non-profit, non-governmental organizations, composed of affiliated groups in three or more states, whose primary purpose is to conduct sustained programs to expand interpersonal exchange and communications among individuals of different communities and countries are eligible for membership in the National Bicentennial Hospitality Alliance (NBHA). III. REQUIREMENTS FOR MEMBERSHIP A. Membership in the NBHA is granted by the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration upon the receipt and evaluation of the application form and attachments thereto. B. To qualify for membership in the NBHA, eligible organizations are required to: 1. Carry out a program which will maximize the opportunities to share the Bicentennial with each other and where possible with those from other lands by providing a program of person-to-person exchange and hospitality between residents and visitors in a community. 2. Designate a continuing liaison officer to serve as a contact for associated individuals, groups/organizations and the general public for information on the activities of the organization in commemorating the Bicentennial. 3. Initiate a program of continuing communication with the associated individuals, groups/organizations through specified media such as newsletters, magazines and bulletins to: a. Communicate Bicentennial planning at the national, state and d local levels and the activities of the National Alliance. b. Stimulate Bicentennial visitor activity, hospitality and exchange in cooperation with other community organizations and with Bicentennial agencies. IV. NBHA MEMBERSHIP STATUS NBHA membership is conferred upon the national organization and extends to local affiliates and individual members of each organization. NBHA membership includes entitlement to use the official National Bicentennial symbol as follows: A. The national organization will receive the National Bicentennial flag and ARBA Certificate of Recognition. B. The organization may employ the National symbol on materials used to promote the purposes of the NBHA among its affiliates and membership, and on certifi- cates, trophies, plaques, and other devices (provided free or at cost by and at the option of the organization), to recognize participation in NBHA activities at the local level. C. The National Bicentennial symbol may be used by NBHA members only in con- nection with Bicentennial projects approved by the national organization as being in fulfillment of the requirements of NBHA membership. D. The National Bicentennial symbol must appear in accordance with the ARBA Official Graphics Manual together with the citation: "Member, National Bicentennial Hospitality Alliance." APPLICATION NAME OF ORGANIZATION BUSINESS ADDRESS ZIP TELEPHONE ( ) NUMBER OF STATES WITH AFFILIATED GROUPS NUMBER OF AFFILIATED GROUPS BICENTENNIAL LIAISON OFFICER A. CERTIFICATION It is certified that: 1. As the chief executive officer of the above named organization, I am authorized to sign this certification, and to apply thereby on behalf of the organization for membership in the National Bicentennial Hospitality Alliance. 2. The organization shall fulfill the requirements of membership in the NBHA as stated in section III of the program guidelines. 3. The undersigned, or the designated Bicentennial liaison officer of the organi- zation will furnish periodic progress reports when requested by the ARBA. 4. If recognized as a member of the NBHA, the organization will use the National Bicentennial symbol in accordance with the ARBA Graphics Manual. In addition, the National Bicentennial symbol must appear with the citation: "Member, National Bicentennial Hospitality Alliance." DATE SIGNATURE TYPED NAME TITLE B. ATTACHMENTS TO NBHA APPLICATION 1. A copy of the pertinent sections of the constitution, by-laws, charter or other official document(s) of the organization, expressing its purpose in visitor exchange and hospitality. 2. A description of the undertakings of the organization in fulfillment of the requirements of membership in the NBHA, including: a. The name, address, and telephone number(s) of the Bicentennial liaison officer. b. The nature of the organization's Bicentennial communication program title of publication, newsletter to be used, frequency of issue, volume of circulation, frequency of special Bicentennial features, and such. OPTIONAL: Attach copy of publications to be used. C. A description of organization's National or International Bicentennial Hospitality Program, its purpose, and objectives, types of activities, and scope of involvement by associated individuals, groups/organizations. American Revolution Bicentennial Administration REVOLUTION 2401 E Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20276 AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 NATIONAL BICENTENNIAL SPORTS ALLIANCE PROGRAM GUIDELINES JUNE 1975 I. INTRODUCTION The American Revolution Bicentennial Administration was established by Congress (Public Law 93-179) to coordinate, facilitate and aid in scheduling the National Bicentennial commemoration. The national celebration focuses on three themes whose adoption by state and territorial Bicentennial commissions and ARBA designated Bicentennial Communities will give national cohesion to the observance. The themes are: Heritage '76 - a nationwide summons to recall our heritage, to place it in its historical perspective, and to focus on the origins, values and unfolding panorama of our nation's history. Festival USA - a nationwide opportunity to share with fellow Americans and the people of the world the traditions, the culture, the hospitality, and the character of the United States and its people. Horizons '76 - a nationwide challenge to every American, acting individually or with us to select and act upon goals to help make America the "more perfect union" and to improve the quality of life for the Third Century. The necessity of maximum participation by all Americans uniformly across the nation regardless of background or geographic location, was recognized early in the planning for the Bicentennial celebration. Rather than reliance on a single exposition in one place in 1976, a community focus was adopted within a national framework, wherein local talents, resource- fulness, and initiative would be given the greatest opportunity for expression in honor of the nation's 200th anniversary. The national sports and athletic organizations of America can provide invaluable assistance toward the Bicentennial by complementing and/or modifying their 1975-1976 program activities to commemorate the nation's 200th anniversary. ARBA recognizes that sports and athletics have individually and institutionally played a significant role in the development of this nation. Sports and athletics transcend the boundaries of sex, race, ethnic origin, and politics. The leadership examples learned by many have come from lessons learned in sports and athletics. It is with -2- this point of departure that ARBA institutes the National Bicentennial Sports Alliance. ARBA has also instituted a National Bicentennial Communities Program, The Bicentennial College and Universities Campus Program, The National Bicentennial Service Alliance, The National Bicentennial Hospitality Alliance, Armed Forces Bicentennial Installations and Commands Program and The Bicentennial Ethnic-Racial Alliance. The National Bicentennial Sports Alliance can increase the responsiveness of this nation's anni- versary toward a broader range of people and provide significant opportunities to forge a new Spirit of '76. II. ELIGIBILITY All sports and/or athletic organizations composed of affiliated groups in three or more states, whose primary purpose is to con- duct individual and team athletic programs, events and/or activities in the public domain are eligible for membership in the National Bicentennial Sports Alliance (NBSA). III. REQUIREMENTS FOR MEMBERSHIP A. Membership in the NBSA is granted by the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration upon the receipt and evaluation of the application form and attachments thereto. B. To qualify for membership in the NBSA, eligible organizations are required to: 1. Implement a feasible program which will highlight and dramatize the contributions of sports and athletics to the nation during the Bicentennial period (March 1975 through December 1976). 2. Designate a continuing liaison officer to serve as a contact for associated individuals, groups/organizations and the general public for information on the activities of the Alliance member in commemorating the Bicentennial. 3. Communicate with associated individuals, groups and organi- zations through specified media such as newsletters, magazines and bulletins on Bicentennial planning at the national, state and local levels and the activities of the National Alliance. IV. NBSA MEMBERSHIP STATUS NBSA membership is conferred upon the national organization and -3- extends to local affiliates members of each organization in cases where affiliate organizations have Bicentennial activities being carried out as part of the national organization's Bicentennial program. The affiliate organizations are encouraged to coordinate their activities with local and State Bicentennial organizations, as appropriate. NBSA membership includes entitlement to use the official national Bicentennial symbol as follows: A. The national organization will receive the National Bicentennial flag and ARBA Certificate of Recognition. B. The organization may employ the national symbol on materials used to promote the purposes of the NBSA among its affiliates and membership, and on certificates, trophies, plaques, and other devices (provided free or at cost by and at the option of the organization), to recognize participation in NBSA activities at the local level. C. The National Bicentennial symbol may be used by NBSA members only in connection with Bicentennial projects approved by the national organization as being in fulfillment of the require- ments of NBSA membership. D. The National Bicentennial symbol must appear in accordance with the ARBA Official Graphics Manual together with the citation: "Member, National Bicentennial Sports Alliance". APPLICATION Name of Organization Business Address Zip Telephone ( ) Number of States with Affiliated Groups Number of Affiliated Groups Bicentennial Liaison Officer A. Certification It is certified that: 1. As the chief executive officer of the above named organization, I am authorized to sign this certification, and to apply thereby on behalf of the organization for membership in the National Bicentennial Sports Alliance. 2. The organization shall fulfill the requirements of membership in the NBSA as stated in section III of the program guidelines. 3. The undersigned, or the designated Bicentennial liaison officer of the organi- zation will furnish periodic progress reports when requested by the ARBA. 4. If recognized as a member of the NBSA, the organization will use the National Bicentennial symbol in accordance with the ARBA Graphics Manual. In addition, the National Bicentennial symbol must appear with the citation: "Member, National Bicentennial Sports Alliance". Date Signature Typed Name Title B. Attachments to NBSA Application 1. A copy of the pertinent sections of the constitution, by-laws, charter or other official document (s) of the organization, expressing its purpose(s). 2. A description of the undertakings of the organization in fulfillment of the requirements of membership in the NBSA including: a. The name, address, and telephone number(s) of the Bicentennial liaison officer b. The nature of the organization's Bicentennial communication program, title of publication, newsletter to be used, frequency of issue, volume of circulation, frequency of special Bicentennial features, and such. OPTIONAL: Attach copy of publications to be used. C. A description of organization's National or International Bicentennial Sports Program, its purpose, and objectives, types of activities, and scope of involvement by associated individuals, groups/organizations. National Bicentennial Ethnic/Racial Alliance Program Guidelines June 1975 I. INTRODUCTION The American Revolution Bicentennial Administration was established by Congress (Public Law 93-173) to coordinate, facilitate and aid in scheduling the National Bicentennial commemoration. The national celebration focuses on three themes whose adoption by state and territorial Bicentennial commissions and ARBA designated Bicentennial Communities will give national cohesion to the observance. The themes are: Heritage '76 - let us remember a nationwide summons to recall our heritage, to place in its historical perspective, and to focus on the origins, values, and unfolding panorama of our Nation's history. Festival USA - let us celebrate a nationwide oppor- tunity to share with fellow Americans and the people of the world the tradi- tions, the culture, and hospitality, and the character of the United States and its people. Horizons '76 - let us shape tomorrow a nationwide challenge to every American, acting individually or with us to select and act upon goals to help make America the "more perfect union" and to improve the quality of life for the Third Century. The necessity of maximum participation by all Americans uniformly across the nation regardless of background or geo- graphic location was recognized early in the planning for the Bicentennial celebration. Rather than reliance on a single exposition in one place in 1976, a community focus was adopted within a national framework, wherein local talents, resourcefulness, and initiative taking would be given the greatest opportunity for expression in honor of the nation's 200th anniversary. Organizations of an ethnic orientation have expanded in the 1970's to respond to some of the challenges set forth by the "Age of Ethnicity." For most, the avowed purpose is to evaluate the ethnic/racial roles in American society, past and present. Ethnic, racial and cultural organizations pro- vide Americans with information in the form of publications, -2- symposia and dissemination of books and pamphlets and news- letters that are designed to spread ethnic pride, increase the flow of information about current issues, raise the level of awareness within their own communities and others, and promote cultural and racial identity in the most positive fashion, not only throughout the scattered enclaves that dot the United States and its territories, but throughout all American institutions. The ARBA has also instituted a National Bicentennial Communi- ties program, the Bicentennial College and Universities Campus Program, the National Bicentennial Service Alliance, and the National Bicentennial Hospitality Alliance to recognize grass roots commitment to plan for the celebration. The National Bicentennial Ethnic/Racial Alliance will reinforce these programs, and provide significant opportunities to forge a new Spirit of '76. II. ELIGIBILITY All non-profit, non-governmental organizations, whose primary purposes are to: (1) recognize and address the special concerns of the ethnic/racial community and, (2) conduct systained programs which encompass the plurality, variety, and diversity of our American society and which reflect the contributions and involvement of its people both individually and collectively, are eligible for membership in the National Bicentennial Ethnic/Racial Alliance. III. REQUIREMENTS FOR MEMBERSHIP A. Membership in the Alliance is granted by the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration upon the receipt and evaluation of the application form and attachments thereto. B. To qualify for membership in the Alliance, eligible organizations are required to: 1. Carry out a program which will maximize the oppor- tunities to share the Bicentennial with each other and where possible with those from other lands by providing a means to insure that the contributions of ethnic/racial groups are shared in broader based community activities. 2. Designate a continuing liaison officer to serve as a contact for associated individuals, groups/organiza- tions and the general public for information on the activities of the organization in commemorating the Bicentennial. -3- 3. Initiate a program of continuing communication with the associated individuals, groups/organiza- tions through specified media such as newsletters, magazines and bulletins to: a. Communicate Bicentennial planning at the national, state and local levels and the activities of the Alliance. b. Stimulate Bicentennial ethnic/racial group involvement in cooperation with other community organizations and with Bicentennial agencies within the overall objectives for the Bicen- tennial. IV. NBERA MEMBERSHIP STATUS NBERA membership is conferred upon the affiliated organiza- tions and extends to local and individual members of these organizations. NBERA membership includes entitlement to use the official National Bicentennial Symbol as follows: A. The affiliate organization will receive the National Bicentennial flag and ARBA Certificate of Recognition. B. The affiliate organization may employ the National symbol on materials used to promote the purposes of the NBERA and on certificates, trophies, plaques and other devices (provided free or at cost by and at the option of the organization), to recognize partici- pation in NBERA activities at the local level. C. The National Bicentennial Symbol may be used by NBERA members only in connection with Bicentennial projects, events and programs approved by the affiliate organization as being in fulfillment of the requirements of goals and objectives of NBERA. D. The National Bicentennial symbol must appear in accordance with the ARBA Official Graphics Manual together with the citation: "Member, National Bicentennial Ethnic/Racial Alliance." APPLICATION NAME OF ORGANIZATION BUSINESS ADDRESS ZIP TELEPHONE ( ) NUMBER OF STATES WITH AFFILIATED GROUPS NUMBER OF AFFILIATED GROUPS BICENTENNIAL LIAISON OFFICER A. CERTIFICATION It is certified that: 1. As the chief executive officer of the above named organiza- tion, I am authorized to sign this certification, and to apply thereby on behalf of the organization for membership in the National Bicentennial Ethnic/Racial Alliance. 2. The organization shall fulfill the requirements of member- ship in the NBERA as stated in section III of the program guidelines. 3. The undersigned, or the designated Bicentennial liaison officer of the organization will furnish periodic progress reports when requested by the ARBA. 4. If recognized as a member of the NBERA the organization will use the National Bicentennial symbol in accordance with the ARBA Graphics Manual. In addition, "Member, National Bicentennial Ethnic/Racial Alliance." DATE SIGNATURE TYPED NAME TITLE B. ATTACHMENTS TO NBERA APPLICATION 1. A copy of the pertinent sections of the Constitution, by-laws, charter or other official document(s) of the organization, expressing its goals and objectives as being supportive of the NBERC eligibility requirements. -2- 2. A description of the undertakings of the organization in fulfillment of the requirements of membership in the NBERA, including: a. The name, address and telephone number(s) of the Bicentennial Liaison officer. b. The nature of the organization's Bicentennial communication program title of publication, newsletter to be used, frequency of issue, volume of circulation, frequency of special Bicentennial features, and such. OPTIONAL: Attach copy of publications to be used. C. A description of organization's local, regional, national or international program (if available), its purpose and objectives, types of activities, and scope of involvement by associated individuals, groups/organizations. SUBMIT COMPLETED FORM AND ATTACHMENTS TO: AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION 2401 E Street, N. W. Washington, D. C. 20276 Attn: Barbara M. Webster INT: 99-75 AMERICAN REVOLUTION SICENTEINNAL 1776-1976 AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITIES PROGRAM Communities Program Brief - Processing Flow Chart - Statistical Charts - Statistical Analysis Colleges and Universities Campus Program Brief - Statistical Charts Armed Forces Installations and Commands Program Brief - Statistical Chart REVOLUTION AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITIES PROGRAM The Bicentennial Communities Program was developed by the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration to stimulate the maximum degree of individual citizen involvement in this country's 200th Anniversary. The appeal of the Program resides in its approach to Bicentennial participation in that it allows the local community to plan activities and events selected by a broadly representative group of that community, which appropriately accommodate its historic role, present-day interests and tomorrow's goals and needs, This planning would logically, then, be consistent with the three national themes: Heritage '76; Festival USA; and Horizons '76. Essential to official recognition is the requirement that at least one project be of lasting value to the community. When completed, the application must be certified by the local chief elected official and sent to the State Bicentennial Commission. If approved by the State Commission, it is forwarded to the ARBA Regional Director for review and recommendation to the ARBA national office. The principal results of official recognition as a Bicentennial Community are the authorized use of the national Bicentennial symbol and a truly American sense of pride, fulfillment and accomplishment for that community's participation in our Nation's Bicentennial commemoration. AMERICAN REVOLUTION WIDENTENNAL 1776-1976 FLOW CHART BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITIES APPLICATIONS Members of Congress Notified ARBA Local State Regional ARBA Community Commission Office Regional Offices Notified ARBA notifies Senators and Representatives Chief by mailgram 48 hours prior to release date. Elected Official Regional Offices notify chief elected Notified official and State Commissions by mailgram. State Local Regional Offices notify local Com- Chair- chairpersons by letter. missions Persons Notified Notified PMERICAN REVOLUTION WIDENTENNAL 1776-1976 DESIGNATED BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITIES (Program Instituted July 1973) Date Number December 1973 290 June 1974 998 December 1974 1,659 June 1975 4,780 July 24, 1975 - Total to Date 5,368 REVOLUTION AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITIES DESIGNATION BY REGIONS Region I Region VI Connecticut 169 Arkansas 66 Maine 100 Louisiana 175 Massachusetts 250 New Mexico 31 New Hampshire 56 Oklahoma 144 Rhode Island 13 Texas 270 Vermont 138 640 726 Region II Region VII New Jersey 279 Iowa 138 New York 273 Kansas 82 Puerto Rico 46 Missouri 230 Virgin Islands 0 Nebraska 190 598 686 Region III Region VIII Delaware 35 Colorado 86 District of 1 Montana 42 Columbia North Dakota 75 Maryland 67 South Dakota 28 Pennsylvania 238 Utah 28 Virginia 96 Wyoming 29 West Virginia 63 288 500 Region IV Region IX Alabama 79 American Samoa 0 Florida 61 Arizona 26 Georgia 60 California 244 Kentucky 25 Guam 0 Mississippi 71 Hawaii 4 North Carolina 93 Nevada 21 South Carolina 40 295 Tennessee 34 463 Region V Region X Illinois 208 Alaska 21 Indiana 78 Idaho 12 Michigan 165 Oregon 60 Minnesota 159 Washington 103 Ohio 279 196 Wisconsin 87 976 GRAND TOTAL: 5,368 July 24, 1975 REVOLUTION AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 STATISTICAL ANALYSIS OF ARBA OFFICIALLY RECOGNIZED BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITIES I. Cities with population of 100,000 or more (1970 census) 156 (56.5 million = 27.8% of total population) 25 of top 25 50 of top 50 97 of top 100 151 of top 156 = 96.8% of potential II. Cities with population of 25,000-100,000 (1970 census) 760 (34.6 million = 17% of total population) 558 = 73.4% of potential III. Counties: 3,101 (NACo total) 1,061 = 34.2% of potential IV. Native American Communities 21 V. Municipalities with population under 25,000 (1970 census) 3,577 = 24% of potential GRAND TOTAL TO DATE: 5,368 July 24, 1975 REVOLUTION AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 BICENTENNIAL COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES CAMPUS PROGRAM The American Revolution Bicentennial Administration determined to provide the mechanism through the Bicentennial Colleges and Universities Campus Program, whereby fitting national recognition might be accorded to our institutions of higher learning who actively participate in the commemoration of our country's 200th Anniversary. This Program, similar to the highly successful Bicentennial Communities Program, requires the formation of a Bicentennial Committee, broadly representative of the institution, incorporating membership from the student body, faculty and administration. That Committee has the responsibility of developing a Bicentennial program for its campus which includes activities in all three broad theme areas for the observance: Heritage '76; Festival USA; and Horizons '76. At least one of these activities must be of such a nature that its effect will be perpetuated or preserved into our Nation's third century. The chief administrative officer of the institution must certify the application, at which time it is sent to the appropriate State Bicentennial Commission. If approved by the State Bicentennial Commission, it is forwarded to the ARBA Regional Director for review and recommendation to the ARBA national office. The principal results of official recognition as a Bicentennial College or University Campus are the authorized use of the national Bicentennial symbol and a truly American sense of pride, fulfillment and accomplishment for the institution's participation in our Nation's Bicentennial commemoration. AMERICAN REVOLUTION WIDENTENNAY 1776-1976 BICENTENNIAL COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES CAMPUS PROGRAM Region Number of Colleges/Universities I 13 II 45 III 47 IV 46 V 42 VI 25 VII 27 VIII 10 IX 31 X 10 Total to date 296 July 24, 1975 REVOLUTION AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 BICENTENNIAL COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES DESIGNATION BY REGIONS Region I Region VI Connecticut 5 Arkansas 7 Maine 2 Louisiana 5 Massachusetts 3 New Mexico 2 New Hampshire 2 Oklahoma 8 Rhode Island 1 Texas 5 Vermont 0 25 13 Region II Region VII New Jersey 15 Iowa 6 New York 30 Kansas 5 Puerto Rico 0 Missouri 13 Virgin Islands 0 Nebraska 1 45 27 Region III Region VIII Delaware 1 Colorado 3 Maryland 6 Montana 0 Pennsylvania 18 North Dakota 1 Virginia 15 South Dakota 1 West Virginia 7 Utah 3 47 Wyoming 2 10 Region IV Alabama 6 Region IX Florida 7 American Samoa 0 Georgia 10 Arizona 5 Kentucky 2 California 24 Mississippi 5 Guam 0 North Carolina 13 Hawaii 1 South Carolina 1 Nevada 1 Tennessee 2 31 46 Region V Region X Illinois 16 Alaska 0 Indiana 1 Idaho 2 Michigan 3 Oregon 2 Minnesota 2 Washington 6 Ohio 16 10 Wisconsin 4 42 GRAND TOTAL: 296 July 24, 1975 REVOLUTION AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 BICENTENNIAL ARMED FORCES INSTALLATIONS AND COMMANDS PROGRAM The American Revolution Bicentennial Administration and the Department of Defense cooperated in developing a program through which Army and Air Force Installations and Navy and Marine Corps' Commands might be accorded ARBA official recognition for their involvement and participation in our Nation's Bicentennial observance. This Program parallels the programs for Communities and Colleges and Universities in requiring representative committees, activities in all three national thematic areas, where possible, and involvement with local community effort, when feasible. Notification of this Program and specific eligibility criteria were disseminated through each Service's informational network. Applications are submitted to Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force Headquarters, Washington, D. C., through the respective chains of command. Recommendations for approval are then submitted to ARBA for final review and official recognition. The principal result of official recognition in the case of this Program, since the authorized use of the national Bicentennial symbol is already accorded to all Federal departments and agencies, is the national distinction awarded the individual Installation or Command for its contribution in the finest tradition of our country's military establishment to the commemoration of the Nation's 200th Anniversary. PMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNAL 1776-1976 MILITARY RECOGNITIONS (Program Instituted in March 1975) Service Number Army 25 Navy 11 Air Force 3 Marine Corps 14 Total to date 53 July 24, 1975 Michigan Bicentennial COMMISSION Review BICENTER PUBLICATION OF THE MICHIGAN AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL COMMISSION July, 1975 1000 Long Boulevard, Suite 17 Lansing, Michigan 48913 Tel. (517) 373-1976 to you. The spirit and imagination; the dedication and hard work which has made Michigan great is reflected in the impressive level of bicentennial activity and in the diversity 500 Attend of bicentennial plans." In noting that the bicentennial offers everyone an opportunity to become involved, regardless of personal Statewide Conference interests, because of the umbrella which covers three thematic areas, the Governor said, "Many of us have an interest in the history of our state and nation; a deep feeling for the values and principles established by the founding fathers. Heritage is the theme area which attracts Governor Praises Planners these citizens. Others wish to develop projects which visably manifest the pride we feel in past accomplish- ments. Their interests lie in the Festival category of In response to the turnout of nearly 500 planners from bicentennial planning. Still others wish to use this local bicentennial committees from every point of the occasion to plan for the future; to improve the quality of state, Governor William G. Milliken told the overflowing life in the third century of the American experience. Their audience at the kick-off luncheon, "Your being here makes energies are directed toward the Horizons' goal of the it obvious that each of you is devoting time and energy and bicentennial observance. Heritage Festival talent to the creation of bicentennial programs. I congratu- Horizons. There is room indeed a need for everyone late you - and thousands like you throughout the state - to become a part of the celebration." for committing yourselves to bicentennial projects which The Governor also lauded the Commission for embarking are genuinely important to the communities in which you on a significant program involving the examination of our live." government. Noting that the nation is actually celebrating Noting that in 1876 the nation's centennial was the birth of a form of government, he commended the celebrated with a single great international exhibition at Commission for establishing a statewide theme designed to make all Michigan citizens more aware, knowledgable Philadelphia, the Governor added that, "In 1976, no and involved in the governmental decisions which would affect their lives. He said, "It is one program which could single city will mark our have residual benefits long beyond the bicentennial." bicentennial celebration; no single celebration will He pointed out that the bicentennial offers both an note our progress. Rather, opportunity and a challenge. The opportunity to work the bicentennial will be together, relate to past accomplishments and rekindle celebrated in each of our pride is an opportunity to celebrate, but it represents the easier part of the bicentennial. He urged all to accept the counties, cities, townships more difficult challenge of addressing the problems which and villages. It is an occa- confront us. sion which truly belongs to "For the fact is," he said, "the bicentennial comes upon all of us. "Already, more than 450 us during extremely difficult times. I need not catalogue for you the very serious problems which confront our bicentennial committees nation and state. I feel very strongly that the bicentennial have been created in our state. More than 155 gov- affords us an opportunity to address these problems; to rededicate ourselves to their solution; to work together ernmental units have been toward the common goal of creating a better way of life for officially designated 'Bicentennial Com- all people in the third century of American independence. It would be tragic, indeed, if this important aspect of the munities' by the American Revolution Bicentennial bicentennial is neglected. For while the people of Michigan Administration in Washing- have accomplished much, there is much to be yet accomplished." ton. Michigan ranks among the top ten states in the nation in the number of The Governor stated that he is personally interested in Bicentennial Communities so designated. And all of this the Horizons aspects of the observance because, "We can, activity is a tribute to the people of our state. It is a tribute during this period, examine the difficulties faced by the founding fathers in establishing a new nation. We can take note of the splendid manner in which they overcame these difficulties. We can relate this time period and this effort to present difficulties and vow that we will overcome them. REVOLUTION AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 TYPES OF BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES UNDERWAY Community San Antonio, Texas "FIESTA OF FREEDOM" (Festival USA) A year-long celebration of Independence Day. Major events to take place July 4, September 16, March 2, and May 5 designed around the principle of freedom and self-determination. Citizens of all ages, racial and ethnics, neighborhoods, income and vocational groups are participating in the planning. Rome, New York FORT STANWIX (Heritage '76) Reconstruction of heroic Fort Stanwix which withstood British siege of 21 days in August 1777, and the entire rebuilding of downtown Rome highlighting the reconstructed Fort. ERIE CANAL VILLAGE (Horizons '76) Reconstruction of a typical, representative Erie Canal village circa 1860-1870, using, when available, actual buildings of the era to include restoration of a section of the Erie Canal started in Rome July 4, 1817, and operation of passenger-carrying canal packet boat and steam railway. City and County of Denver, Colorado In cooperation with the Colorado Centennial- Bicentennial Commission, the following bond issues were presented to the people of Denver in 1972 for their consideration. The people of Denver voted their approval of all eight bond issues; all projects are scheduled for completion by 1976: Community City and County of PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (Festival USA) Denver, Colorado This facility, seating approximately 2400, will be oriented toward symphony music performances, but will also accommodate resident and touring opera, ballet, and lyric theatre. Total cost is approximately $11 million, of which $6 million has been raised through general obligation bonds and $5 million from the Symphony Association. SPORTS ARENA (Horizons '76) This facility, to be built in the vicinity of Mile High Stadium, will include maximum seating of approximately 18,000 for events such as hockey, basketball, ice shows and other public gatherings. The groundbreaking for this facility was held in August 1973 with completion scheduled May 1, 1975. Total cost is approximately $12 million. BRANCH LIBRARIES (Heritage '76) The $1,500,000 for this project includes $525,000 each for new branch libraries and $450,000 for replacement of a library in an older section of Denver. POLICE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING (Horizons '76) This facility will be located one block from the present City and County Building and will include a holding jail. The cost is approximately $19 million and completion is expected in November 1975. DENVER SERVICE CENTER (CITY SHOPS COMPLEX) (Horizons '76) This facility will replace the existing shops complexes and, in addition, the service center will combine shops operations for the Public Works, Fire, Police, and Parks and Recreation Departments. The cost is approximately $10 million and is scheduled for completion in February 1976. FIRE DEPARTMENT HEADQUARTERS AND MAJOR FIRE STATION (Horizons '76) This facility will combine the Fire Department Headquarters and a major five-bay fire station. The total cost is approximately $2.3 million. Community City and County of HOUSING AND HOUSING-RELATED ACTIVITIES Denver, Colorado (Horizons '76) (Continued) Money from this bond issue ($10 million) will be used, with the approval of the City Council, to fund housing and housing- related activities in order to eliminate slum areas and to help solve the problem of inadequate housing. PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAM (Horizons '76) This project includes $9 million for a city-wide parks and recreation program, including $2.7 million for community park development, $1.6 million for park site acquisition, $1.9 million for community recreation centers, $1.5 M for community ballfield complexes, $700,000 for community tennis facilities, $300,000 for city-wide hike-bikeways, and $300,000 for tree planting throughout the City. STORM AND SANITARY SEWERS (Horizons '76) These projects, totalling $20 million, will repair, replace and construct new storm and sanitary sewers. Initial projects include the Delgany and Cherry Creek Sanitary Sewers and Globeville, Valverde, Evans, and Knight storm drainage systems. EAST SIDE CENTENNIAL-BICENTENNIAL HOUSING (Horizons '76) In addition to the foregoing, a $9.3 million Neighborhood Development Program for housing has been designated as the East Side Centennial-Bicentennial Housing area. This will provide 591 low-income residential units which include 200 units for the elderly, 150 conventional units, 91 town- house units, and 150 garden apartment units. The Federal Government will provide $6 million and the City of Denver will provide $3 million. This program is scheduled for completion in 1976. Community City of San Jose, PERALTA ADOBE RESTORATION AND IMPROVEMENT California (Heritage '76) A project to restore and improve the only remaining adobe out of 43 built around the City's original plaza. The adobe was built around 1804 by an Apache Indian named Manuel Gonzales and later belonged to Peralta, the Spanish Commissioner for the Pueblo from 1807 to 1822. The building is a key structural link to the era of Spanish rule in California. It is a National Historic Place and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. This project will make the building available for public use and enjoyment. The project is supported by the San Jose Historic Landmarks Commission, Junior Chamber of Commerce, Junior League of San Jose, Rotary Club, Pioneers of Santa Clara County, Los Californianos, San Jose Planning Commission, and San Jose Historic Museum Association. The City has committed $150,000 to the project and a citizens group is raising an additional $100,000 to make at least a minimum park available for public viewing by July 1976. Beaverhead County, ARGENTA COMMUNICATIONS (Horizons '76) Montana Arrange funding of $6,600 for installation of dial telephone system. BEEPERS (Horizons '76) Project will provide radio paging service for community doctors. Charleston, RESTORATION OF THE EXCHANGE BUILDING South Carolina (Heritage '76) Both before and after construction of the Exchange Building, its site was where the most important courses of action were determined and the most decisive events occurred during South Carolina's formative century. (Continued) Community Charleston, Constructed in 1767-1771 as South Carolina's South Carolina "Independence Hall," it was the hub of (Continued) events of the American Revolutionary Period in the State from 1773 to 1791. The patriots gathered in the exchange in 1773 to protest the importation of tea subject to taxes. They organized themselves into the equivalent of a governing body, and such historians as David Duncan Wallace trace the lineage of the present General Assembly directly to that meeting. Though altered and weathered by time, it remains a building of great dignity and beauty with architectural importance and imposing visual setting. The building will be restored to its original grandeur and adopted for use during the Bicentennial Era as one of the South Carolina American Revolution Bicentennial Commission's most important official Bicentennial sites, serving as a ceremonial, festival and information center. PROCEDURES and APPLICATIONS: . 1. OFFICIAL PROJECT RECOGNITION 2. BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITY 3. BICENTENNIAL COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES AMERICAN REVOLUTION BRENTEINNAL CAMPUS PROGRAM 1776-1976 4. BICENTENNIAL PROJECT REGISTER FORM 5. BICENTENNIAL EVENT MASTER CALENDAR FORM AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20276 PROCEDURES AND APPLICATION FOR OFFICIAL RECOGNITION OF BICENTENNIAL PROJECTS February 1975 INTRODUCTION In enacting Public Law 93-179 which established the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration, the Congress expressed its intentions as follows: "That as this Nation approaches the Bicentennial of its birth and the historic events preceding and associated with the American Revolution which are of such major significance in the development of our national heritage of individual liberty, representative government, and the attainment of equal and inalienable rights and which also had so profound an influence throughout the world, it is appropriate and desirable to provide for the observance and commemoration of this anniver- sary and for those activities of local, State, National, and international significance to be coordinated, scheduled, and facilitated by a governmental unit, drawing on the resources of public, private, civic, and other organizations for planning and implementation, to insure that the appropriate observances take place." The "governmental unit" referred to above is the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration (ARBA) which was given the statutory responsibility "to coordinate, to facilitate, and to aid in the scheduling of events, activities, and projects of local, State, National, and international significance sponsored by both governmental and nongovernmental entities in commemoration of the American Revolution Bicentennial." A primary function of the ARBA is to prepare a master calendar of events of local, State, National and inter- national significance which will take place between March 1975 and December 31, 1976. The Act further provides that the ARBA Administrator shall -- "provide recognition as deemed appropriate in connection with Bicentennial programs and projects." - 1 - Accordingly, the ARBA has initiated a program of according "Official Recognition" to Bicentennial projects of national significance which further the purposes and objectives of Public Law 93-179.* To apply for ARBA "Official Recognition," sponsors of programs must complete the attached "Application for Official Recognition" and submit it together with all required accompanying materials, in duplicate, to: ARBA 2401 E Street NW. Washington, D.C. 20276 Applications should contain a comprehensive description of the project, a narrative statement indicating how the project meets the criteria established by the ARBA Board (See Section II of Application Form), and as much supporting information as pos- sible regarding the project. Approval of the appropriate State Bicentennial organization is required if the project is conducted within a single State. The Program Review and Evaluation staff of the ARBA shall evaluate requests for "Official Recognition" and prepare recommendations for action by the ARBA Administrator. Projects accorded "Official Recognition" as part of the National Bicentennial Program receive an ARBA Certificate of Official Recognition and a flag with the official Bicen- tennial symbol. *Bicentennial organizations of each State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and the Territories also accord official State recognition to Bicentennial projects at the State level; and ARBA designated Bicentennial Communities accord official community recognition to Bicentennial projects at the community level. A "Designated Bicentennial Community" is one which has established a Bicentennial Committee representative of the Community; developed a commemorative program embracing one or more of the themes of Heritage '76, Festival USA, or Horizons '76, one of which is of lasting value to the Community; and has submitted its program through its State Commission to the ARBA for official designation. Use of the official Bicentennial symbol in connection with State and designated Bicentennial Community officially recognized projects is authorized as provided in the ARBA Graphics Stand- ards Manual with the legend "Recognized by Florida Bicentennial Commission" or "Recognized by Chicago Bicentennial Commission" respectively. - 2 - Sponsors of recognized projects are authorized to use the official Bicentennial symbol in connection with the project with the legend "Recognized by the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration." All use of the symbol must conform with the "Guidelines for Authorized Usage" (available to authorized users) and no commercial use of the symbol is authorized. Officially recognized projects will be included in the ARBA Master Calendar of Bicentennial projects and events. Where in the judgment of the Administrator a project has not developed to the point where a determination can be made regarding official recognition, the Administrator may issue an "ARBA Letter of Encouragement" to the project which indicates tentative ARBA support to the project. It is the practice of ARBA to issue a "Letter of Encouragement" when a project demonstrates outstanding merit but has not reached that stage of development or obtained that level of support which would provide reasonable assurance of implementa- tion; this letter, however, does not authorize use of the official Bicentennial symbol. The ARBA reserves the right to withdraw authorization of "Official Recognition" when, in the judgment of the Administrator, the officially recognized program or project no longer meets the criteria for recognition. Official recognition shall not be accorded to the following class of programs and projects. (1) Publications (2) Commissionings (3) Battle re-enactments (4) Contests (5) Petitions (6) Public solicitations of funds (7) Awards (if primary purpose) (8) Individual works of arts (9) Educational courses or other curricula programs (10) Commercial products (contact ARBA for Licensing Procedures) * *ARBA has initiated a commemorative symbol licensing program under which appropriate commerical products of a commemorative or educational nature may be granted a non-exclusive license for use of the official symbol with the words "Officially Recognized Commemorative of the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration." - 3 - In individual cases and in his sole discretion, the Administrator may waive any exceptions herein when he determines that official recognition of a program or proj- ect whose primary purpose is one or more of the above is in the public interest and in furtherance of the purposes of P.L. 93-179. Attachments: Application for ARBA Official Recognition State Bicentennial Organizations List - 4 - APPLICATION FOR ARBA OFFICIAL RECOGNITION (Date of Application) I. General Background 1. (Name of Sponsor) 2. (Address of Sponsor) (Sponsor's Phone Number) 3. (Project Title) 4. (Project Director) (Address and Telephone Number if Different From Sponsoring Organization) 5. Brief history of the sponsor, including members of the Board and officials of the sponsoring organi- sation, with brief biographical sketches, and previous experience with this type of project. 6. A summary of the last year's operations and programs, including income and budget data. 7. Attach copies of all endorsements of the project by governmental, community, service groups, academic, Bicentennial groups or others. 8. The ARBA requires the submission of the enclosed completed "Bicentennial Register/Master Calendar Input Form" with each application for official recognition. - 1 - APPLICATION II. ARBA Criteria for Recognition 1. The project must have national or international significance. The significance of a project will be determined to a large extent on the basis of the numbers of people, the composition of the audience and the geographic area to be affected by the project. To assist ARBA in making this determination, please provide answers to the following questions. a. What numbers of people do you estimate the project will affect? b. Is the project designed to reach people in general, or is it designed to reach one or more special categories, e.g., youth, senior citizens, minority, ethnic, racial, etc.? C. What is the geographic area to be affected? d. Will the project affect significant numbers of people in more than one State? e. Is there any other information that you wish to provide in support of the national or inter- national significance of your project? A project which may not be national or international in scope on the basis of the foregoing may, neverthe- less, be accorded recognition if it has the potential for being a prototype and for being replicated else- where. 2. The project must be supportive of the purposes and objectives of Public Law 93-179. Whether a project is supportive of the programs and objectives of P.L. 93-179, as indicated in the Introduction to this application, will be determined to a large extent by the content, quality, potential impact of, and degree of citizen participation in, the project. To assist the ARBA in making a determi- nation regarding the supportive characteristics of the project, please provide answers to the following questions. - 2 - a. How does the project contribute to a reaf- firmation of the basic principles on which this Nation was founded? b. How does the project come within any or all of the themes of Heritage '76, Festival USA or Horizons '76? C. How will the project result in a better under- standing or appreciation of our heritage? d. How will the project encourage and result in citizen participation in the commemoration? e. How will the project help our citizens improve the quality of their life in our Nation's Third Century? f. ARBA has a primary function to achieve a balanced Bicentennial commemoration in terms of the three themes of Heritage '76, Festival USA, and Horizons '76 as well as geographically. How will your project help fulfill this goal? g. How will the project provide a contribution of lasting value beyond the Bicentennial period? 3. The project must be feasible--capable of being accomplished for the Bicentennial. The ARBA will consider the feasibility of a project in its review of applications for official recogni- tion. The project must be capable of accomplishment as a part of the Bicentennial commemoration. To assist ARBA in determining feasibility, please provide the information indicated below: a. Status of the project Provide a time-phased plan from the conceptual stage through the operational stage of the project and indicate current level of development. NOTE: P.L. 93-179 establishes the period of official Bicentennial commemoration between March 1975 and December 31, 1976; accordingly, all projects seeking official recognition must bear a direct relation, but are not confined, to this period. - 3 - b. Timing of project (1) Duration of project (2) Period of major emphasis C. Estimated cost of project (1) Total estimated cost (2) Funds on hand (3) Additional funds required d. Source of funding on hand (1) Federal $ (2) State $ (3) Local Government $ (4) Corporation $ (5) Foundation $ (6) Other (explain) $ e. Anticipated source of additional funding (1) Federal $ (2) State $ (3) Local Government $ (4) Corporation $ (5) Foundation $ (6) Other (explain) $ - 4 - BICENTENNIAL COMMISSION ADDRESSES ARBA assisted in the establishment of Bicentennial Commissions in each of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the Territories. Below are the addresses of these 55 organizations, in alphabetical order by location. ALABAMA ARBC HAWAII Bicentennial ARBC of MISSOURI PUERTO RICO Bicentennial State Office Building, Rm. 509 Commission P.O. Box 1776 Commission Montgomery, Albama P.O. Box 2359 Jefferson City, Missouri 65101 La Fortaleza 36104 Honolulu, Hawaii 96804 San Juan, Puerto Rico 00901 MONTANA ARBC ALASKA ARBC IDAHO ARBC Montana Historical Society RHODE ISLAND Bicentennial 840 MacKay Building 210 Main Street 225 North Roberts Street Commission 338 Denali Street Boise, Idaho 83702 Helena, Montana 59601 Capitol Industrial Center Building Anchorage, Alaska 289 Promenade Street 99501 ILLINOIS Bicentennial NEBRASKA ARBC Providence, Rhode Island 02908 Commission Radisson Cornhusker Hotel AMERICAN SAMOA 13th and M Streets 410 North Michigan Avenue Bicentennial Commission Lincoln, Nebraska 68508 SOUTH CAROLINA ARBC Room 1044 P.O. Box 1976 c/o Government House Chicago, Illinois 60611 Pago Pago, American Samoa NEVADA ARBC Columbia, South Carolina 29202 96799 INDIANA State Bicentennial Capitol Building Commission Carson City, Nevada SOUTH DAKOTA ARBC ARIZONA Bicentennial State Office Building 89701 State Capitol Commission Room 504 Pierre, South Dakota 57501 1807 North Central Avenue Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 NEW HAMPSHIRE Bicentennial Suite 108 Commission TENNESSEE ARBC Phoenix, Arizona 85004 IOWA ARBC 37 Pleasant Street 102 Capitol Towers State House Concord, New Hampshire 03301 Nashville, Tennessee 37219 ARKANSAS Bicentennial Des Moines, lowa 50319 Celebration Committee NEW JERSEY ARB Celebration KANSAS ARBC ARBC of Texas Old State House Commission 1518 North Broadway Executive Offices 300 West Markham Street 379 West State Street Wichita, Kansas 67214 210 University Hall Little Rock, Arkansas Trenton, New Jersey 08618 University of Texas at Arlington 72201 KENTUCKY Historical Events Arlington, Texas 76019 NEW MEXICO ARBC ARBC of CALIFORNIA Celebration Commission 141 East de Vargas 1501 Eighth Street Capitol Plaza Towers Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501 UTAH ARBC Sacramento, California Room 1005 State Capitol Building 95814 Frankford, Kentucky 40601 NEW YORK State ARBC Suite 403 Office of State History Salt Lake City, Utah 84114 COLORADO Centennial- LOUISIANA ARBC P. O. Box 44343 State Education Department Bicentennial Commission 99 Washington Avenue VERMONT Bicentennial Baton Rouge, Louisiana Colorado Country Penthouse 70804 Albany, New York 12210 Commision 901 Sherman Box 195 Denver, Colorado 80203 NORTH CAROLINA ARBC Saxtons River, Vermont 05154 MAINE State ARBC Department of Art, Culture and History CONNECTICUT ARBC State House 109 East Jones Street Augusta, Maine 04330 VIRGINIA Independence 59 South Prospect Street Raleigh, North Carolina 27601 Hartford, Connecticut Bicentennial Commision 06106 MARYLAND Bicentennial Drawer JF NORTH DAKOTA Bicentennial Williamsburg, Virginia 23185 Commission Commission DELAWARE ARBC 2525 Riva Road State Capitol Building, Rm. 206 P. O. Box 2476 Annapolis, Maryland 21401 VIRGIN ISLANDS ARBC Bismarck, North Dakota 58501 Wilmington, Delaware P. O. Box 450 19899 MASSACHUSETTS Revolutionary St. Thomas, Virgin Island 00801 OHIO American Revolution D.C. Bicentennial Commission War Bicentennial Commission Bicentennial Advisory WASHINGTON ARBC 10 Tremont Street, Room 64 1025 15th St., N.W. Commission Boston, Massachusetts 02108 c/o Washington State Historical Society Washington, D.C. 20004 Ohio Historical Center 315 North Stadium Way Columbus, Ohio 43211 Tacoma, Washington 98403 FLORIDA Bicentennial MICHIGAN Bicentennial Commission Commission OKLAHOMA ARBC WEST VIRGINIA ARBC 504 East Jefferson Street T.M.L. Building, Suite #7 4040-North Lincoln Boulevard 1900 Washington Street, East Tallahassee, Florida 32301 6425 South Pennsylvania Avenue Suite 107 Charleston, West Virginia 25305 Lansing, Michigan 48910 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73105 GEORGIA Commission for the National Bicentennial Celebration MINNESOTA ARBC ARBC of OREGON WISCONSIN ARBC 816 State Street 1776 Peachtree, N.W. The State Capitol P.O. Box 1399 Madison, Wisconsin 53706 Suite 520, South Wing St. Paul, Minnesota 55101 Portland, Oregon 97207 Atlanta, Georgia 30309 MISSISSIPPI ARBC PENNSYLVANIA Bicentennial WYOMING Bicentennial GUAM ARBC Department of Archives and Commission Commission c/o University of Guam History Wm. Penn Memorial Museum c/o State Archives and Historical Department P. O. Box EK P. O. Box 571 5th Floor Wyoming State Office Building Agana, Guam 96910 Jackson, Mississippi 39205 Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17108 Cheyenne, Wyoming 82001 INT 563-179 O 74 36 STATE LIST AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION 2401 E STREET, N.W. WASHINGTON, D.C. 20276 BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITY APPLICATION GUIDELINES FOREWORD On behalf of the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration, it is my pleasure to extend a cordial invitation to you and your community to participate in the Bicentennial Communities Pro- gram. This Program was developed to allow the maximum degree of individual citizen involvement in this Country's 200th Anniversary, and it has received the endorsement and support from the United States Conference of Mayors, National League of Cities and National Association of Counties. The appeal of the Program resides in its approach to Bicentennial participation in that it allows the local community to plan activities and events selected by that community because they appropriately accommodate its historic role, present-day interests and tomorrow's goals and needs. Literally, then, in the truest American tradition, this Program is one that is of the people, by the people and for the people in the context of their community life. It provides an opportunity for the people of the smallest village or town to the largest city or county to become participants, not merely spectators, and to share equally in the distinction and designation of becoming a "Bicentennial Community." We have already witnessed a tremendous outpouring of effort and interest in this program from every corner of our Nation. The real success of the Bicentennial depends upon you and your fellow citizens, planning and working together. We sincerely urge all to join this Program, and share cooperatively in the manner of our Founding Fathers and our pioneers to insure that this country and the entire world may witness a Bicentennial of the United States that is both memorable and meaningful. John W. Warner Administrator ELIGIBILITY APPENDIX B 1. The term "community" includes all political subdivisions having an elected government, such as a The National ARBA program, as established by the United States Congress (Public Law 93-179) city, county, town, village, township, borough, any Native American tribe, reservation, and/or com- embraces three broad theme areas for the observance: Heritage '76, Festival USA, Horizons '76. bination thereof. Unincorporated areas which have an established identity of their own may apply Your community program should include activities in all three areas. In some instances, themes will for designation if the county, within which the unincorporated area lies geographically, has already overlap one another. This is acceptable and should be noted in your program description. However, been designated as a Bicentennial Community and the Chief Elected Official of that county signs the you must have one program which perpetuates or preserves into the Third Century of our Nation one application. or more activities or programs of lasting value which the community plans as an intrinsic part of its Bicentennial Program. 2. A combined application (two or more communities applying for a single designation) will be con- sidered only under special circumstances. The determination of the need and merit for filing a com- bined application is primarily the responsibility of the State Commissions and the ARBA Regional HERITAGE '76 Offices. The final decision, however, resides with the National ARBA. In a combined application, each participating community should be listed and upon approval each will receive a Certificate of The heritage of America embraces the whole country. It is the substance of our collective memory. Recognition which identifies all the communities included in the designation. The Bicentennial Era is rich in historic events to be commemorated and provides opportunity for direct citizen participation in examining the heritage and values of this Nation. The discovery of this heritage is an exciting experience; one to give optimism and confidence to all Americans. The Amer- SECTION BY SECTION INSTRUCTIONS ican Revolution Bicentennial Administration (ARBA) urges all public and private groups in America to recall these first 200 years of growth and development. July 4, 1976 will close the second century PART I-CERTIFICATION of this Nation's existence. We have progressed from the time of a 4-week Atlantic crossing in 1776 to a 3-day voyage to the moon. The Bicentennial Committee Chairperson and the Chief Elected Official of the Community are re- quired to sign the application. Their names should also be printed or typewritten beneath the The Bicentennial is the anniversary of these first 200 years of growth and development. Though signature. If the community has an official seal, it should be affixed to the application. this Nation is now troubled by both ancient and modern problems of human society, the ARBA first urges an examination of our country: its heritage and values. The term "American know-how" is On combined applications (when more than one political subdivision is applying), the Chief Elected not folklore. We are a Nation of doers. We have faced countless problems and have continued to Official of each participating community must sign and the Official seal should be affixed. function and grow under our establishing Constitution longer than any other contemporary Nation. This heritage of acting, of change, and of willingness to change will carry America forward to its third century. The discovery of this heritage is an exciting experience; one to give optimism and confidence to all Americans. PART II-STATE BICENTENNIAL ORGANIZATIONS Mail the application to your State Bicentennial Commission. If approved by your State Bicentennial Heritage '76 is concerned not only with the past but also with the present and the future. It is as Commission, it will be forwarded to the ARBA Regional Director for review and recommendation to interested in the continuity and contemporary validity of the ideas of the Revolution as it is in the the National Office. origin and evolution of those ideas. It is as much concerned with the present state of our national inheritance as it is with the events which led up to the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. PART III-BASIC DATA FESTIVAL USA ALL OF THIS DATA MUST BE FILLED IN COMPLETELY. This information is absolutely essential for our computerized Master Calendar and Information Service and must be both complete and Festival USA is a central and unique component of the Bicentennial. It evokes the spirit of hospitality accurate. Please be sure to include the Area Code: with the telephone number. In the case of a and movement which has characterized American development; it invites Americans to share experi- combined application, be sure to include all names and addresses, using a separate sheet if necessary. ences with each other and with their visitors and thus to enhance understanding; it encourages every- Include the names of U.S. Senators and the U.S. Congressman for your District(s). one to participate in the Bicentennial. Festival USA is firmly focused on people, the sights and sounds of the people-all the people-the multiplicity of their ideas, their expressions, their interests which best convey the diversity of our culture, the warmth of our hospitality, the vitality of our APPENDIX A society, the tradition upon which we draw and the traditions we create. The locally elected governing body has the responsibility for the appointment of a Bicentennial Com- HORIZONS '76 mission or Committee which must, in fact, be broadly representative of the entire community. This is a basic pre-requisite for designation. If you have more than 20 names, use additional pages and Within the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration's (ARBA's) mandate to relate the basic attach. principles on which the Nation was founded to Bicentennial programs, Horizons '76. is primarily future oriented. Within the ARBA's charge to provide coordination and leadership for the 200th commemoration, Horizons '76 encompasses the substantial portion of responsibilities for this to be an occasion: for looking ahead; for defining and dedicating ourselves to our common purposes; and for speeding the accomplishment of specific local projects responsive to our changing national priorities. Neither the President, the Congress, nor the ARBA would represent that the programs the ARBA supports, endorses, or activates can provide a panacea for all the ills of our society. The ARBA's role is seen to be that of a catalyst in both the public and private sectors to bring forth by 1976 and beyond new levels of achievement. Hopefully, from programs thus begun will flow a continuum of improvements in the quality of life for every American, even into Century III. AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION REVOLUTION 736 Jackson Place, Washington, D. C. 20276 AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITY APPLICATION PROCEDURAL STEPS: (Please read guidelines and definitions first) 1. Have the chief elected official appoint a chairperson and members of a Bicentennial Commission or Committee which is representative of all segments in the community. Fill out Appendix A (page 3). 2. Plan an initial Bicentennial program. Fill out Appendix B (page 4). Mark lasting reminders with an "X". 3. Complete Part I (below) and Part III (page 2) as well as Appendices A and B. 4. Send completed application to the State Bicentennial Organization (make a copy for your files). 5. Apprise your Members of Congress (Representatives and Senators) that this application has been submitted. PART I - CERTIFICATION IT IS CERTIFIED: 1. That as chairperson of the special Bicentennial Group, I am authorized to sign this certification. 2. That all the above procedural steps have been accomplished. 3. That the undersigned or my successor, will furnish periodic process reports when requested. 4. That, if approved, the National Symbol will be used in accordance with the ARBA Graphics Manual. Signature of Chairperson IT IS CERTIFIED: 1. That this is our official application for recognition as a Bicentennial Community. 2. That this effort will have broad based community support. 3. That available community resources will be utilized in the implementation of this effort. (Affix official seal in this space) Signature of Chief Elected Official PART II - (FOR STATE BICENTENNIAL USE ONLY) Date Application Received Official Name of State Bicentennial Organization Chairman Approved (signature of authorized officer) Sent to Regional Office Title (of authorized officer) COMMENTS: FORD HERALD LIBRARY BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITY APPLICATION (Page 2) Page 3 AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION PART III - BASIC DATA (Please Type or Print) Date of this Application BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITY APPLICATION-APPENDIX A Name of Community Type Population State (City, County, Town, Tribe, Village, etc.) County County Seat (Name of Community) Please list names, addresses, and affiliations of the members of your special local Bicentennial Group. Official Name of Special Bicentennial Group NOTE: Your local Bicentennial Committee must be broadly representative of all segments of the community. Local Bicentennial Chairperson NAME ADDRESS AFFILIATION Zip (Mailing Address) (area code Phone) CHIEF ELECTED LOCAL OFFICIAL: (Name) (Title) Zip (Mailing Address) (area code) (Phone) U.S. SENATORS AND CONGRESSIONAL REPRESENTATIVE(S) Congressional District(s) PART IV-(FOR ARBA USE ONLY) Date Received Region R.O. Initials Date of Analysis Returned (See Check List) Date Received Back Re-Analysis (Date) Recommended for Approval (Date) Date of Approval Notification of Designation (Dates): M.C. R.O. State Community Presentation Ceremony Date By Whom First Notice Received (Date) Final Report Received (Date) Check List: (1) State Approval; (2) List of Members; (3) Program Content; (4) Lasting Reminder; (5) Signatures; (6) Other: See Remarks REMARKS: If you need more space to list members use blank sheets and attach. Page 4 AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITY APPLICATION-APPENDIX B (Name of Community) In listing these activities on this form, we understand that the inclusion of at least one activity for each of the three thematic areas (Heritage '76; Festival USA; Horizons '76) is highly desired by the national ARBA because it increases awareness of the full scope of the Nation's Bicentennial program "A past to remember; a future to mold." We also understand that we must have at least one LASTING REMINDER (marked with an "X"). We acknowledge that the ARBA expects complete thematic coverage, not necessarily in the beginning, but at least during the full development and expansion of our Bicentennial Community program. SHORT TITLE AND SPONSOR BRIEF DESCRIPTION THEMATIC COVERAGE Signed (Chairperson) If you need more space to list programs use blank sheets and attach. GSA DC 75-2906 AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION 2401 E STREET, N.W. WASHINGTON, D.C. 20276 BICENTENNIAL COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES CAMPUS PROGRAM APPLICATION GUIDELINES FOREWORD Before the Declaration of Independence was written, before "the embattled farmers stood and fired the shot heard round the world," the Academic Community had long established itself as a vital element of intellectual and cultural life in the colonies. Today, nearly two centuries after those hallowed and historic events, the colleges and universities of the United States continue their vital contribution to our national life, influencing a broad spectrum of our lives. As we approach our country's 200th Anniversary, the American Revolution Bicentennial Administra- tion has determined to provide the mechanism whereby proper and fitting national recognition might be accorded to our institutions of higher learning, who actively participate in this commemoration. A Bicentennial Colleges and Universities Campus Program has been formulated, similar in framework to the highly successful Bicentennial Communities Program but tailored specifically to accommodate the Academic Community. We sincerely hope that colleges and universities throughout this country, from the oldest to the newest, regardless of the size of their enrollment, will join in a nationwide commitment and rededication to the principles which our Founding Fathers held sacred, and for which many, indeed, sacrificed their lives. We cordially invite your enthusiastic participation and will welcome your personal and academic involvement, as we strive to motivate the efforts and interests of all elements of our society in this Bicentennial experience. John W. Warner Administrator HERITAGE '76 ELIGIBILITY The term Colleges & Universities includes all institutions with postsecondary programs which: (A) are The heritage of America embraces the whole country. It is the substance of our collective memory. wholly or principally creditable toward a baccalaureate degree and/or (B) terminate in an associate The Bicentennial Era is rich in historic events to be commemorated and provides opportunity for degree; and are listed in the U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare Publication "Education direct citizen participation in examining the heritage and values of this Nation. The discovery of this Directory, 1973-74, Higher Education" DHEW Pub. No. (OE) 74-11404. heritage is an exciting experience; one to give optimism and confidence to all Americans. The Ameri- can Revolution Bicentennial Administration (ARBA) urges all public and private groups in America to Colleges or universities having multi-campuses must submit individual applications from each campus recall these first 200 years of growth and development. July 4, 1976 will close the second century of desiring to participate in the program. Each application qualifies for separate designation and subse- this Nation's existence. We have progressed from the time of a 4-week Atlantic crossing in 1776 to a quent presentation of the Certificate of Official National Recognition and an ARBA flag. 3-day voyage to the moon. The Bicentennial is the anniversary of these first 200 years of growth and development. Though this SECTION BY SECTION INSTRUCTIONS Nation is now troubled by both ancient and modern problems of human society, the ARBA first PART I-CERTIFICATION urges an examination of our country; its heritage and values. The term "American know-how" is not folklore. We are a Nation of doers. We have faced countless problems and have continued to function and grow under our establishing Constitution longer than any other contemporary Nation. This The Bicentennial Committee Chairperson and the Chief Administrative Officer (President, Chancellor heritage of acting, of change, and of willingness to change will carry America forward to its third or counterpart) of the institution are required to sign the application. Their names should also be century. The discovery of this heritage is an exciting experience; one to give optimism and confidence printed or typewritten beneath the signature. to all Americans. PART II-STATE AND REGIONAL BICENTENNIAL ORGANIZATIONS Heritage '76 is concerned not only with the past but also with the present and the future. It is as interested in the continuity and contemporary validity of the ideas of the Revolution as it is in the Mail the application to your state Bicentennial Commission. If approved by your state Bicentennial origin and evolution of those ideas. It is as much concerned with the present state of our national inheritance as it is with the events which led up to the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Commission, it will be forwarded to the ARBA Regional Director for review and recommendation to the National Office. FESTIVAL USA PART III-BASIC DATA Festival USA is a central and unique component of the Bicentennial. It evokes the spirit of hospitality All of this data must be filled in completely. This information is essential for our computerized master and movement which has characterized American development; it invites Americans to share experi- calendar and information service and must be complete and accurate. Please be sure to include the ences with each other and with their visitors and thus to enhance understanding; it encourages everyone area code with the telephone number. Include the names of U.S. Senators and the U.S. Congressman to participate in the Bicentennial. Festival USA is firmly focused on people, the sights and sounds of for the District(s) in which the campus is located. the people-all the people-the multiplicity of their ideas, their expressions, their interests which best convey the diversity of our culture, the warmth of our hospitality, the vitality of our society, the tradition upon which we draw and the traditions we create. APPENDIX A The Chief Administrative Officer (President or Chancellor) has the responsibility for the appointment HORIZONS '76 of a Bicentennial Committee, which must, in fact, be broadly representative of the institution. "Broadly representative" as used herein would imply one or more groups from each of: student body; Within the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration's (ARBA's) mandate to relate the basic faculty; and administration. This is a basic pre-requisite for designation. principles on which the Nation was founded to Bicentennial programs, Horizons 76 is primarily future oriented. Within the ARBA's charge to provide coordination and leadership for the 200th commemora- APPENDIX B tion, Horizons '76 encompasses the substantial portion of responsibilities for this to be an occasion: for looking ahead; for defining and dedicating ourselves to our common purposes; and for speeding The National ARBA Program, as established by the Congress of the United States (Public Law 93-173) the accomplishment of specific local projects responsive to our changing national priorities. embraces three broad theme areas for the observance: Heritage '76, Festival USA, Horizons '76. Your program must include activities in all three areas. In some instances, themes will overlap one Neither the President, the Congress, nor the ARBA would represent that the programs the ARBA another. This is acceptable and should be noted in your program description. However, you must supports, endorses, or activates can provide a panacea for all the ills of our society. The ARBA's role have one program which perpetuates or preserves into the third century of our Nation one or more is seen to be that of a catalyst in both the public and private sectors to bring forth by 1976 and beyond activities or programs of a lasting value which the institution plans as an intrinsic part of its Bicentennial new levels of achievement. Hopefully, from programs thus begun will flow a continuum of improve- program. Additionally, where practical, involvement in local community Bicentennial programming ments in the quality of life for every American, even into Century III. is encouraged. FORD LIDRARY BERALD FORD LIBRARA GPO 882.863 AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION REVOLUTION 2401 E Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20276 AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES CAMPUS PROGRAM APPLICATION PROCEDURAL STEPS: (Please read guidelines and definitions first) 1. Have the chief administrative officer appoint a chairperson and members of a Bicentennial Committee which is representative of student body, faculty and administration of the institution. Fill out Appendix A (page 3). 2. Plan an initial Bicentennial program. Fill out Appendix B (page 4). (Mark lasting reminder with an "X".) 3. Complete Part I (below) and Part III (page 2) as well as Appendices A and B. 4. Send completed application to the State Bicentennial Organization. (Retain a copy for your files.) 5. Verify that your institution is listed in the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare Publication, "Education Directory 1973-74, Higher Education." DHEW Publication No. (OE) 74-11404. PART I - CERTIFICATION IT IS CERTIFIED: 1. That as chairperson of the special Bicentennial Group, I am authorized to sign this certification. 2. That all the above procedural steps have been accomplished. 3. That the undersigned or my successor, will furnish periodic progress reports when requested. 4. That, if approved, the National Symbol will be used in accordance with the ARBA Graphics Manual. Signature of Chairperson IT IS CERTIFIED: 1. That this is our official application for recognition as a Bicentennial college or university campus. 2. That this effort will have broad based campus support. 3. That the institution's available resources will be utilized in the implementation of this effort. Signature of Chief Administrative Officer PART II - (FOR STATE BICENTENNIAL USE ONLY) Date Application Received Official Name of State Bicentennial Organization Chairman Approved (Signature of Authorized Officer) Sent to Regional Office Title (Authorized Officer) COMMENTS: GERALD FORD BICENTENNIAL COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES CAMPUS PROGRAM APPLICATION (Page 2) AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION PART III - BASIC DATA (Please type or print) Date / / BICENTENNIAL COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES CAMPUS Day APPLICATION-APPENDIX A mo. year Institution Name: Type: College/University Street Address/Box No: Enrollment: (Name of College/University Campus) City: State: Zip: (total students) Please list names, addresses, and affiliations of the members of your special Bicentennial Group. NOTE: Your Bicentennial Committee must be broadly representative of all segments of the campus. Local Bicentennial Chairperson Name: Official Name of Bicentennial Group: NAME ADDRESS AFFILIATION Street Address/Box No.: IF DIFFERENT FROM ABOVE - City: State: Zip: Telephone number at which Chairperson can be reached during business hours: I ) Area Number Institutions Chief Administrative Officer Name: Title: ADDRESS, IF DIFFERENT FROM INSTITUTION ADDRESS ABOVE Street Address/Box No. Phone: ( ) City: State: Zip: Area Number Give Congressional District number(s) of the one or more Congressional Districts directly involved in or affected by this Bicentennial activity: PART IV - (FOR ARBA USE ONLY) Date Received Region R.O. Initials Date of Analysis Returned (See Checklist) Date Received Back Re-Analysis (Date) Recommended for Approval (Date) Date of Approval Notification of Designation (Dates): M.C. R.O. State Institution Presentation Ceremony Date By Whom Checklist: (1) State Approval; (2) List of Members; (3) Program Content; (4) Lasting Reminder; (5) Signatures; (6) Other: (See Remarks) REMARKS: R.FORD IF YOU NEED MORE SPACE TO LIST MEMBERS USE BLANK SHEETS AND ATTACH, GERALD AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION BICENTENNIAL COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES CAMPUS APPLICATION-APPENDIX B (Name of College/University Campus) In listing these activities on this form, we understand that the inclusion of at least one activity for each of the three thematic areas (Heritage '76; Festival USA; Horizons '76) is required by the national ARBA because it increases aware- ness of the full scope of the Nation's Bicentennial program "A past to remember; a future to mold." We also under- stand that we must have at least one LASTING REMINDER (marked with an "X"). SHORT TITLE AND SPONSOR BRIEF DESCRIPTION THEMATIC COVERAGE Signed (Chairperson) IF YOU NEED MORE SPACE TO LIST PROGRAMS USE BLANK SHEETS AND ATTACH. GPO 882.865 AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION REVOLUTION 2401 E Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20276 AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976 COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES CAMPUS PROGRAM APPLICATION PROCEDURAL STEPS: (Please read guidelines and definitions first) 1. Have the chief administrative officer appoint a chairperson and members of a Bicentennial Committee which is representative of student body, faculty and administration of the institution. Fill out Appendix A (page 3). 2. Plan an initial Bicentennial program. Fill out Appendix B (page 4). (Mark lasting reminder with an "X".) 3. Complete Part I (below) and Part III (page 2) as well as Appendices A and B. 4. Send completed application to the State Bicentennial Organization. (Retain a copy for your files.) 5. Verify that your institution is listed in the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare Publication, "Education Directory 1973-74, Higher Education." DHEW Publication No. (OE) 74-11404. PART I - CERTIFICATION IT IS CERTIFIED: 1. That as chairperson of the special Bicentennial Group, I am authorized to sign this certification. 2. That all the above procedural steps have been accomplished. 3. That the undersigned or my successor, will furnish periodic progress reports when requested. 4. That, if approved, the National Symbol will be used in accordance with the ARBA Graphics Manual. Signature of Chairperson IT IS CERTIFIED: 1. That this is our official application for recognition as a Bicentennial college or university campus. 2. That this effort will have broad based campus support. 3. That the institution's available resources will be utilized in the implementation of this effort. Signature of Chief Administrative Officer PART II - (FOR STATE BICENTENNIAL USE ONLY) Date Application Received Official Name of State Bicentennial Organization Chairman Approved (Signature of Authorized Officer) Sent to Regional Office Title (Authorized Officer) COMMENTS: SERLD FORD LIBRART BICENTENNIAL COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES CAMPUS PROGRAM APPLICATION (Page 2) AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION PART III - - BASIC DATA (Please type or print). Date / BICENTENNIAL COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES CAMPUS mo. Day year APPLICATION-APPENDIX A Institution Name: Type: College/University Street Address/Box No: Enrollment: (Name of College/University Campus) City: State: Zip: (total students) Please list names, addresses, and affiliations of the members of your special Bicentennial Group. Local Bicentennial Chairperson Name: NOTE: Your Bicentennial Committee must be broadly representative of all segments of the campus. Official Name of Bicentennial Group: NAME ADDRESS AFFILIATION Street Address/Box No.: IF DIFFERENT FROM ABOVE City: State: Zip: Telephone number at which Chairperson can be reached during business hours: Area Number Institutions Chief Administrative Officer Name: Title: ADDRESS, IF DIFFERENT FROM INSTITUTION ADDRESS ABOVE Street Address/Box No. Phone: ( ) City: State: Zip: Area Number Give Congressional District number(s) of the one or more Congressional Districts directly involved in or affected by this Bicentennial activity: PART IV - (FOR ARBA USE ONLY) Date Received Region R.O. Initials Date of Analysis Returned (See Checklist) Date Received Back Re-Analysis (Date) Recommended for Approval (Date) Date of Approval Notification of Designation (Dates): M.C. R.O. State Institution Presentation Ceremony Date By Whom Checklist: (1) State Approval; (2) List of Members; (3) Program Content; (4) Lasting Reminder; (5) Signatures; (6) Other: (See Remarks) REMARKS: IF YOU NEED MORE SPACE TO LIST MEMBERS USE BLANK SHEETS AND ATTACH. BERALD R.FORD LIBRARY AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL ADMINISTRATION BICENTENNIAL COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES CAMPUS APPLICATION-APPENDIX B (Name of College/University Campus) In listing these activities on this form, we understand that the inclusion of at least one activity for each of the three thematic areas (Heritage '76; Festival USA; Horizons '76) is required by the national ARBA because it increases aware- ness of the full scope of the Nation's Bicentennial program "A past to remember; a future to mold." We also under- stand that we must have at least one LASTING REMINDER (marked with an "X"). SHORT TITLE AND SPONSOR BRIEF DESCRIPTION THEMATIC COVERAGE Signed (Chairperson) IF YOU NEED MORE SPACE TO LIST PROGRAMS USE BLANK SHEETS AND ATTACH. GPO 882.865 AMERICAN REVOLUTION WENTENNING BINET Use Only O.M.B. No. 170-R0004 BICENTENNIAL PROJECT Approved through 12/31/77 Use this form for PROJECT plans ONLY. Complete in pencil. For EVENTS, use MASTER CALENDAR FORM. See back Activity A Project No. 0,0,0 REGISTER FORM of this form for further instructions. 1776-1976 3. LOCATION 1. TITLE - Use 1 blank for each letter and space, Example: FILMS, ON ECOLOGY City State 2. DESCRIPTION - Brief description and key words. See example above. Use hyphens as required: ON AMER- Congressional District 4. STATUS - Check the current status of the project. 7. SUBJECT - One or more key words or phrases describing subject matter of project. Select 1. Conceptual from list on back of form. 3. Implementation 2. Planning 4. Operational 5. THEME AREA - Check MOST applicable 8. METHOD OF PRESENTATION - One or more. See list on back of form. 1. Heritage 76 2. Festival USA 3. Horizons 76 6. GEOGRAPHIC SCOPE - Check ONE describing audience scope 1. International 2. National 9. GROUP EMPHASIS - One or more groups to which project has relevance. See list on 3. Multi-state 4. Statewide 5. Local back of form. 10. SPONSOR CONTACT - Name and title PHONE NUMBER ORGANIZATION - Name (Area Code - Local Number) STREET ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CODE Congressional District For BINET Use Only FORM COMPLETED BY: 7 8 (Name) 9 11 12. DATE: GERA CHOS (Title) 12 13 14 TREATY Mo Da Yr 15 SUBJECTS BICENTENNIAL PROJECT REGISTER FORM - SIDE 2 01. Agriculture 02. Archaeology EXPLANATION AND INSTRUCTIONS 03. Architecture 04. Athletics 05. Business & Economics 06. Citizenship USE THIS FORM FOR: General Bicentennial activities with no specific time and cation and other means will be disseminated to other Bicentennial 07. Combined Arts site orientation organizations and interested public and private sector groups who 08. Communications USE THE EVENT CALENDAR FORM FOR: are planning, coordinating and supporting Bicentennial activities. 09. Community Culture Activities which attract audiences at a specific date, time 10. Community Development and place In addition to the Master Register, ARBA prepares Master Event 11. Crafts USE BOTH FORMS WHEN: Calendar publications containing information on Bicentennial 12. Dance A group or series of events are tied to a common planning events of interest to audiences outside of your immediate organi- effort, project or sponsor 13. Ecology zation, community, or neighborhood. An event, in ARBA terms, is something happening at a specific time or a specific date in a 14. Education/Learning ARBA maintains extensive public files of information on specific place. Publication of information on your event will help 15. Folk/Ethnic/Minority Culture Bicentennial activities - projects and events. In ARBA terms, a in planning publicity, visitor services, tour and travel arrangements, 16. Government project is a planned activity which may or may not have associ- and so forth. 17. Graphic & Visual Arts ated events, depending on method of presentation. A project may be a restoration, historical booklet, tree planting, and the like. This form is for information on all Bicentennial activities and pro- 18. Health ARBA's goal is to catalog all Bicentennial projects, large and jects without events, for publication in the Master Register. It is 19. Historic Personalities small. Information you provide will be printed in the Official NOT an application for an ARBA grant or for official recognition. 20. History, American Revolution Master Register of Bicentennial Activities, and through this publi- However, this form must accompany such applications. 21. History, General 22. Hospitality/Exchange 23. Housing 24. Human Values & Understanding 25. Labor 26. Legal 27. Leisure & Recreation METHODS OF PRESENTATION 28. Literature 29. Maritime Affairs 01. Award/Scholarship 17. Medal 30. Military Affairs 02. Book/Guide/Other Publication 18. Model Project GROUP EMPHASIS 31. Music, Classical 03. Building/Facility/Monument 19. Natural Area/Park/Planting 32. Music, General 04. Ceremony/Convocation 20. Newspaper/Newsletter 01. Aging 10. Spanish-Speaking, Other 33. Music, Opera 05. Coins 21. Parade 02. Black 11. Students, Elementary 34. Painting 06. Commemoration 22. Performance 03. Ethnic, Other 12. Students, High School 35. Philosophy 07. Commissioning 23. Program Facilitation 04. Handicapped 13. Students, College 36. Photography 08. Competition 24. Radio 05. Mexican American 14. Students, Adult 37. Preservation/Restoration 09. Conference/Convention 25. Recording 06. Native American 15. Urban 38. Religion 10. Educational Course 26. Research 07. Oriental 16. Women 39. Science & Technology 11. Exhibit 27. Seminar/Symposium 08. Patriotic Group 17. Youth 40. Social & Behavioral Sciences 12. Exposition 28. Stamps 09. Rural 18. Volunteer 41. Sculpture 13. Fair 29. Survey 42. Theater 14. Festival/Celebration 30. Television 43. Transportation 15. Film/Slides 31. Tour/Trail/Marker 44. Travel/Informational Services 16. Magazine 98. Not Applicable GPO 886-456 REVOLUTION For BINET Use Only O.M.B. No. 170-R0004 BICENTENNIAL BICENTENNIAL EVENT Use this form for EVENTS ONLY. For PROJECT plans, use Approved through 12/31/77 AMERICAN PROJECT REGISTER FORM. Complete in pencil, filling in MASTER CALENDAR FORM all applicable items. See back of form for other items and Project Event Activity A instructions. No. No. -1976 1. EVENT TITLE - BRIEF DESCRIPTION - Use 1 blank for each letter and space. Example: A.R.T.S. & CRAFTS, OLDER Congressional 3. START 5. START 2. LOCATION District DATE STOP DATE 4. DAYS CLOSED TIME STOP TIME AM : PM : AM PM City State (2 digits) Mo Da Yr Mo Da Yr Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su 6. PAID 7. RESERVATIONS 8. ESTIMATED TOTAL 10. SUBJECT - One or more key words or phrases describing subject matter of project. ADMISSION? REQUIRED? AUDIENCE SIZE: Select from list on back of form. Yes No Yes No 9. GEOGRAPHIC SCOPE - Check ONE describing audience scope 1. International 2. National 3. Multi-State 11. METHOD OF PRESENTATION - One or more. See list on back of form. 4. Statewide 5. Local 13. FOR GENERAL INFORMATION, CONTACT: Name 12. GROUP EMPHASIS - One or more groups to which event has relevance. See list on back of form. Street Address City State Zip Code (Area Code - Local Number) 14. NAME OF SPONSORING ORGANIZATION 511 15. FACILITY LOCATION DETAILS - Name of building, auditorium, or arena; street address; directions; parking; etc. 16. ADMISSION PRICE DETAILS - Price for each quality of seat; matinee and weekend rates, etc. For BINET Use Only FORM COMPLETED BY: (Name) 10 11 12 17 18 19 20 21 17. DATE: (Title) 22 BICENTENNIAL EVENT MASTER CALENDAR FORM - SIDE 2 23. RESERVATIONS-NAME/ADDRESS/PHONE - Check here if same as General Information Contact 24. PRIVATE ACCOMMODATIONS INFORMATION NAME/ADDRESS/PHONE - Check here if same as General Information Contact 25. PRESS/MEDIA CONTACT NAME/ADDRESS/PHONE - Check here if same as General Information Contact 26. TOUR ARRANGEMENTS CONTACT NAME/ADDRESS/PHONE - Check here if same as General Information Contact GEAVILE 27. FURTHER DESCRIPTION - details, special features, other highlight information INSTRUCTIONS SUBJECTS METHODS OF PRESENTATION This form is for Bicentennial Event informa- 01. Agriculture 23. Housing tion, for ARBA's Master Calendar. Submission 02. Archaeology 24. Human Values & Understanding 01. Award 08. Opening of this form alone will give exposure to your 03. Architecture 25. Labor 02. Ceremony 09. Parade event, and assure an entry in the Master 04. Athletics 26. Legal 03. Competition 10. Performance, Live Register. However, if a group or series of 05. Business & Economics 27. Leisure & Recreation events are tied to a common planning effort, 04. Conference 11. Radio/TV project or sponsor, use one or more of these 06. Citizenship 28. Literature 05. Exhibit 12. Seminar forms plus a Bicentennial Project Register 07. Combined Arts 29. Maritime Affairs 06. Fair 13. Tour Form. 08. Communications 30. Military Affairs 07. Festival 09. Community Culture 31. Music, Classical Event information you provide will be given wide dissemination by other Bicentennial 10. Community Development 32. Music, General organizations, the tour and travel industry, 11. Crafts 33. Music, Opera GROUP EMPHASIS and the mass media. Please complete all 12. Dance 34. Painting applicable blanks. For local events, items 1-3 13. Ecology 35. Philosophy 01. Aging 11. Students, Elementary and 9-13 might be sufficient. For major 14. Education/Learning 36. Photography 02. Black 12. Students, High School national and international-audience events, complete all applicable blocks with informa- 15. Folk/Ethnic/Minority Culture 37. Preservation/Restoration 03. Ethnic, Other 13. Students, College tion to facilitate advanced planning travel, 16. Government 38. Religion 04. Handicapped 14. Students, Adult tourism and publicity. 17. Graphic & Visual Arts 39. Science & Technology 05. Mexican American 15. Urban 18. Health 40. Social & Behavioral Sciences 06. Native American 16. Women If event time schedules can't be simply stated 19. Historic Personalities 41. Sculpture 07. Oriental 17, Youth in items 4-5, use "Further Description" above. 20. History, American Revolution 42. Theater 08. Patriotic Group 18. Volunteer 21. History, General 43. Transportation 09. Rural 19. None-General 22. Hospitality/Exchange 44. Travel/Informational Services 10. Spanish-Speaking, Other GPO 888-166 BICENTENNIAL REVOL REVOLUTION F 1776-1976 AMERICAN

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