There seem to be many places where the Declaration of Independence will be read around Monmouth County this Saturday, but certainly the reading in the courtyard of the Allen House in Shrewsbury is the longest tradition.
This will be the 12th annual reading of the Declaration, beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 4. Sponsored by the Monmouth County Historic Association, the setting for the event is historic and meaningful to the 250th celebration of the nation as well.
Shrewsbury Police will be on hand to help direct traffic and make it easier for guests to cross Sycamore Ave from parking places in the Municipal Center Parking lot.
The Allen House is located at 400 Sycamore Ave., in the heart of the historic Four Corners of Shrewsbury.
Guests are urged to bring their own chairs, as well as bring bottled water because of the forecast for high temperatures.
