The Clearfield County Semiquincentennial (A250PA) Advisory Committee is seeking volunteers to serve as Hometown Ambassadors in communities throughout Clearfield County as part of the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary this year.

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“Hometown Ambassadors will play a vital volunteer role by serving as liaisons between the Advisory Committee and their local communities,” said Clearfield County A250PA committee member Julie Houston. “Ambassadors will help identify, support, and promote events celebrating the semiquincentennial while acting as the committee’s ‘boots on the ground’ in their respective areas.”

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Volunteer responsibilities may include assisting with local A250PA-related events, attending commemorative activities throughout the county.

“Volunteers are also encouraged to participate in or organize a public reading of the Declaration of Independence in their hometown on July 3 or July 4,” said Houston.

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The Clearfield County A250PA Advisory Committee has tentative plans to assist in organizing public readings of the Declaration of Independence at multiple locations across the county.

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These events are intended to educate youth, engage residents, and remind the community of the historical significance of the nation’s 250th anniversary.

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“Community members with an interest in history, civic engagement, or local events are encouraged to apply,” said Houston. “No prior experience is required only a willingness to volunteer and represent their hometown with pride.”

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Those interested in becoming a Hometown Ambassador are asked to contact Visit Clearfield County at 814-765-5734 or by email at ccrta@visitclearfieldcounty.org

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“Visit the website at clearfieldcountypa250.com, and follow the America250PA Clearfield County Facebook page to keep up with all the events and plans regarding this celebration,” said Houston. “We look forward to residents being a part of this historic and patriotic milestone and help make Clearfield County’s celebration of America’s 250th anniversary one to remember.”