The Lost Declaration: A Puzzle Room

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Family
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will open on May 30, 2026 @ 8:00am.
  • You must contact a staff member to register for this event.

Event Details

The Declaration has been stolen! You and your team are the group of expert archivists that are called in to replace it with a secret copy that looks identical. This secret copy has been sealed in John Adams’ study since his death and you will work together to interpret the clues, solve the puzzles, and unlock the mystery to recover it. Can you retrieve the document before time runs out?

Registration is required, you can register by phone. There will be designated start times, and each team will have 30 minutes to complete all the puzzles. Different groups may be grouped together to allow more people to participate if needed. Max 8 participants per time slot. Limited spaces may be available on the day of the event.

This program is part of Dallas Public Library's 250 Years of Us: Reading America's Past, Writing Our Future, brought to you by the generosity of Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Dive into the past all year long, as we host programs, exhibits and book clubs that explore how our nation’s history has shaped American democracy today. Anyone can join our Amazing Race for Independence challenge and win Dallas Mavericks or Wings tickets, State Park passes and more!