The Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence was enacted and read, according to local tradition, on May 20, 1775.  Written resolves were made on May 31, 1775.  The impetus for this action in Mecklenburg County was news of the Battle of Lexington.  On July 4th, 1776, delegates to the Continental Congress enacted the U.S. Declaration of Independence. Celebrants march in honor of Mecklenburg's Independence (photo courtesy of The Charlotte Observer)
Almost 180 years later in 1954, the Mecklenburg Historical Association (MHA) was formed to further historical interest in our Nation's first county.
Finally, over 225 years after the actual declaration itself was ratified, the MHA has ensured that Mecklenburg's history can be known world-wide.  We welcome you to Meckdec.org...