This year's LIVE 70th celebration worldwide of THE FREEDOM FLAME & 170 years of the spark that lit that fire.
Our 7th annual interactive broadcast will begin at 2PM PACIFIC - 4PM CENTRAL - 5PM EASTERN
On March 20th 1854, 50 Men, 3 Women, and a child walked into the little white schoolhouse in Ripon Wisconsin divided as Democrats, Whigs, Socialists and Free Soilers each with individual beliefs, trusted sources, and values. When they emerged, they were united. United in Freedom. This was the offical birth of the Republican Party.
100 years later in 1954, that moment was celebrated by a presidential proclamation that kindled the "FREEDOM FLAME"
We invite all, regardless of your political affiliation or geographical location to stand united this year and rekindle the flame together.
Register for this years LIVE & Virtual event details March 20th 2023
The Freedom Flame is a symbolic flame that is lit in in Ripon, WI and various locations around the world to commemorate freedom and the fight against oppression.
The Freedom Flame in Ripon, Wisconsin was lit by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on March 20th, 1954, during a ceremony to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the 1854 founding of the Republican Party in the Little White School House of Ripon Wisconsin.
The Freedom Flame is meant to symbolize participants commitment to nonpartisan unity in freedom, democracy, and the rights of all citizens world wide, even behind the "Iron Curtain" according to his remarks from the 1954 ceremony. The Freedom Flame is still burning today.
Interested in participating in this years Freedom Flame Celebration on March 20th, either in person or online, register today provide us your name and email address to stay updated!
Join us in person on March 20th to rekindle the Freedom Flame and celebrate our shared commitment to freedom and democracy. There's no better way to experience the energy and unity of the Freedom Flame Celebration than being there in person. Don't miss out on this unforgettable event. See you there!
LEARN MORECan't make it to Ripon, Wisconsin for the Freedom Flame Celebration? No problem! Join virtually March 20th and experience the energy and unity of the celebration from the comfort of your own home. You'll still have access to all the festivities, all you need is an internet connection to be a part of this historic event.
LEARN MOREWe would like to remind you that this event is a community effort and we would love for you to get involved in any way you can. We have opportunities for volunteering, supporting, or sponsoring the event. If you are interested in any of these, please let us know and we will send you more information.
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