Throughout the years, the city's fireworks display has also been an integral part of the Fourth of July celebrations. Early on, city-sponsored fireworks displays were the responsibility of local photographer, Robert "Bob" Frampton, who would go around town collecting money for the fireworks show. Hosting these displays at various places over the years - Claremont Grammar School, Indian Hill Mesa, the Greek Theatre, Claremont High School, Merritt Field, and Oakmont School - the fireworks displays continue to be a staple of our yearly celebration.  

 

In the 1920s, Claremont started the annual tradition of a morning parade, which usually included the Claremont Volunteer Fire Department, Claremont Band, and City Council. Street dances and music were held along the procession route through the Claremont Village to the Greek Theatre. In 1948, the first Fourth of July celebration was held in Memorial Park, with some portion of the celebration being held here since then, and a street parade down Indian Hill Boulevard was introduced in 1955. Each Fourth of July celebration allows the City of Claremont to appreciate and express its love for its country and our history. Fireworks, picnics, and parades are all symbols of this celebration.

 

   

 

   

Extended through July 5th! 

 

FILM SCREENING EVENT | AVAILABLE TO STREAM NOW!

 

Design For Modern Living - Millard Sheets and the   Claremont Art Community 1935-1975

 

The documentary was produced by Emmy Award-winning producer Paul Bockhorst in cooperation with the Claremont Museum of Art. A veteran writer, producer, and director, Bockhorst has produced dozens of documentary, informational, and public affairs programs that have appeared on PBS, NBC, ABC, Turner Broadcasting, and the Disney Channel. He is the recipient of numerous professional awards, including five Emmy Awards.