FORT CALHOUN, Neb. (AP) — The celebration of Independence Day at an 1820s military post will be depicted during a Living History Weekend at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park on Saturday and Sunday.

Volunteers will celebrate in much the same way soldiers did 195 years ago. There will be a reading of the Declaration of Independence, as well as the firing of a cannon. Several period trades will be demonstrated, including blacksmithing, carpentry, tinsmithing and coopering, as well as crafts such as quilting, spinning and weaving.

Fort Atkinson sits on the east side of Fort Calhoun, which is situated 15 miles north of Omaha. A park entry permit is required for all vehicles and may be purchased at the park. Contact the park for more information at 402-468-5611 or [email protected].