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About Spirit of '76 Wholesale Fireworks

Welcome to Spirit of '76, where we have been helping customers satisfy their fireworks needs for more than 20 years. Founded in 1987 by John Bechtold, Spirit of '76 has grown from a small retail operation in Columbia, MO, to one of the premier consumer fireworks wholesalers in the United States.

Due to the expansive growth the company is experiencing, we have expanded operations to include a new 37,000 square foot warehouse in Easton, PA. Located equal distance from Philadelphia and New York City, the warehouse is perfect for East Coast customers who want to pickup their order or have an order shipped to their location. We also have a new retail store in Columbia, MO where customers can buy fireworks year-round. 

Founder and President John Bechtold continues to strive each day to provide the safest and highest quality wholesale fireworks at the most competitive prices in the industry. We use our volume purchasing power to import fireworks directly from the manufacturer and pass those savings on to our customers.

Our extensive catalog of wholesale fireworks caters to all of your needs, from 500 gram cakes to sparklers. We carry the hottest and most recognized brands like Brothers Pyrotechnics, Cannon Fireworks , Firehawk, Winda, Shogun and Mighty Max. We have amazingly knowledgeable staff available to answer your fireworks questions and to assist you with placing an order that fits your unique needs. Click here to find out more about the best purchasing option for you.

Since 2009, Spirit of '76 has offered its own line of wholesale fireworks, The '76 Pro Line, made exclusively for professional display operators and serious pyros. This line offers the practiced shooter the ultimate in precision and control to create amazing custom shows.

President John Bechtold and the product development team are always looking for new products with outstanding performance and the most eye catching labels. Prospective suppliers are encouraged to email our purchasing department at scm@76wholesale.com.
Our sales and customer support team strive to provide excellent customer service during every interaction. Check out our Testimonials page to hear what some customers have said about our service.

Spirit of '76 also has a deep commitment to the fireworks industry and is a member of three national fireworks associations, American Pyrotechnics Association, Pyrotechnics Guild International and National Fireworks Association, as well as several state and local organizations.

We ship fireworks throughout the 48 contiguous United States year round. Note that we can only ship select items to certain states due to state laws. You are welcome to pick-up your order at our headquarters in Columbia, Missouri or our warehouse in Easton, PA. Click here for directions to either location.

The Spirit of '76 Team looks forward to providing quality fireworks for many more years to come!