On September 17, the Bucks County Commissioners joined communities across the nation in recognizing Constitution Day, marking the signing of the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia in 1787. This year’s ceremony was especially meaningful as Commissioner Robert J. Harvie, Jr., Chair of the Bucks250PA Commission, was presented with the DAR America250 Commendation Medal by the Bucks County Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR).
The award honors Commissioner Harvie’s leadership in guiding the Bucks250PA Commission, a group of community leaders dedicated to ensuring Bucks County’s Revolutionary heritage is celebrated as we approach America’s 250th anniversary. His vision is helping connect residents, schools, and organizations to the enduring legacy of our Constitution and the sacrifices of the Patriots who made independence possible.
Constitution Week is not only a time to honor the past, but also an opportunity to deepen our understanding of the founding documents that continue to shape our lives today. To support that mission, the National Constitution Center, in partnership with America250PA, has launched new educational tools that are free and accessible to learners of all ages:
- Interactive Declaration of Independence – Explore the Declaration with annotated text, audio narration, original document images, and videos that bring 1776 to life.
- America at 250 Civic Toolkit – A comprehensive collection of essays, biographies, activities, and videos designed for classrooms, museums, historic sites, and families.
- Video Spotlight – Historian David Armitage discusses The Global Influence of the Declaration of Independence.
- Meet the Signers and – Animated video biographies, including Alexander Hamilton, Elbridge Gerry, and Thomas Jefferson.
Explore these resources, and more, at the National Constitution Center’s America at 250 site.
Commissioner Harvie’s recognition reminds us that Bucks County’s story is inseparable from America’s story. His leadership of the Bucks250PA Commission ensures that our county’s Revolutionary legacy will not only be remembered, but also used to inspire new generations of engaged citizens. We invite you to explore the resources offered by the National Constitution Center and reflect on the principles of liberty, equality, and justice. We can all take part in carrying forward the vision set in motion more than two centuries ago. Together, we honor the past, celebrate the present, and prepare to mark America’s 250th anniversary with pride.