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Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay Information Sheet
Indiana Bicentennial Torch Introduction
Torchbearer PSA with Mrs Pence
County-by-County Environmental Profiles
The Relay will travel 3,200 miles starting on September 9, 2016 in Harrison County and end on October 15, 2016 in Marion County
How long will the torch be in my county?
Each county has a designated timeframe to carry the torch depending on the length of their route. The Official route and torch relay schedule will be available later this year (2015).
The Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay was created to honor Hoosiers who have demonstrated exceptional public service, achievement, acts of heroism and/or volunteer service to their neighborhood, community, region or state. Torchbearers selected are current or former Hoosiers, representing all walks of life. More than 2,200 torchbearers have been selected to carry the torch. You can view the list here.
Will the torchbearers be running the entire time they are carrying the torch?
No, although some torchbearers might choose to walk or run, the relay will use all modes of conveyance that are symbolic of the history and heritage of Indiana, including watercraft, farm equipment, a racecar, horse and wagon, antique automobile, and others.
Will the relay be coming through my county?
Yes! The Relay will be going through every county in the state! You can view the route in your county here.
Will the torch be constantly moving through each county?
The torch will travel 6 days a week with Monday of each week serving as a rest day. The torch will stop in each county for at least a short county-wide celebration.
Absolutely, all Hoosiers are encouraged to get involved and help us make the 200th year of Indiana the best one yet! Register to volunteer here: https://2016bicentorchvolinterest.my-trs.com/
Each county has a county coordinator listed on our website. Find yours here.
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