Old-Fashioned Independence Day 2024

July 1, 2024 at 8:40 a.m.

Fireworks over the Yellow Trail Museum during the return of Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on Friday, June 28, 2024, in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Hundreds gathered -- with many in patriotic attire -- for the return of Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum on the Hope Town Square Friday evening, June 28, 2024, in Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Crowds gather on the Town Square during the return of Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on Friday, June 28, 2024, in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Face painting was just one of several activities for the kiddos during the return of Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on Friday, June 28, 2024, on the Hope Town Square in downtown Hope. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Balloon animals were among the many activities and attractions for the kiddos during Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on Friday, June 28, 2024, on the Hope Town Square in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Main Street of Hope board member Jenni Richards and Jessica Deckard announce Lil Miss and Mister Firecracker 2024 as the festivities kick off on the Hope Town Square during the return of Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration on Friday, June 28, 2024, in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Bikes decorated for the bike parade as part of the festivities during the Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on Friday evening, June 28, 2024, on the Hope Town Square in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Decorated bikes lined up for the bike parade Friday evening, June 28, 2024, during the Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on the Hope Town Square in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

There were plenty of activities for the kiddos during the return of Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on the Hope Town Square Friday evening, June 28, 2024. in downtown Hope. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Delicious homemade treats for sale during the return of Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on Friday, June 28, 2024, on the Hope Town Square in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

One of several quilts on display at the First Baptist Church booth during the return of Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration 2024 on Friday evening, June 28, 2024, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum on the Hope Town Square in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Funnel cakes were certainly a popular item during the return of Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on the Hope Town Square on Friday, June 28, 2024, in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

A water balloons helped the kiddos keep cool during the Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on Friday, June 28, 2024, on the Hope Town Square in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Crowns for Lil Miss & Mister Firecracker on display at the Yellow Trail Museum ahead of the Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on Friday, June 28, 2024, on the Hope Town Square in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Kiddos certainly enjoyed the pony rides available during the return of Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on the Hope Town Square Friday, June 28, 2024, in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Delicious watermelon served during the festivities on the Hope Town Square during Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, Friday, June 28, 2024, in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Crowds gather on the street lining the Town Square ahead of the fireworks display over the Yellow Trail Museum during the return of Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on Friday, June 28, 2024, in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Festive gazebo on the Hope Town Square during the return of Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on Friday, June 28, 2024, in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

Crowds gather on the Town Square ahead of the fireworks display during the return of Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, on Friday, June 28, 2024, in downtown Hope, Ind. Photo credit: Susan Thayer-Fye.

The return of Hope's Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Yellow Trail Museum, welcomed hundreds of residents and visitors to the Hope Town Square in downtown Hope, Ind., on Friday, June 28, 2024. The event included an array of activities, including a water balloon toss, sack races and tug of war, and many delicious treats and crafts for all ages. The event also featured the crowning of Little Miss & Mister Firecracker Alani Hatton and Carson Lazzel, who led the bike parade around the Town Square, and a musical performance by the Banister Family Bluegrass Band. All photos contained within this album were taken by Hope resident Susan Thayer-Fye. Please send questions and comments to [email protected].