On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was signed. Although Illinois had not yet become a state, Illinoisans have long played, and continue to play, a vital role in bringing the Declaration’s ideals to life. Join us for free, guided tours of Old Orland to learn about local history over the past 250 years, touching on topics such as Indigenous people in the area, the development of Old Orland and how our heritage shapes the community we are today.