America250

On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The journey toward this historic milestone is an opportunity to pause and reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look ahead toward the future we want to create for the next generation and beyond.

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June 14th, 2025

Celebrate 250 Years of Service

Stand in tribute to generations of American soldiers who have defended freedom, upheld our Constitution, and carried the torch of liberty around the world. With President Donald J. Trump in attendance, this historic celebration will feature powerful displays of patriotism, including flyovers, military vehicles, living history reenactments, and moving tributes to the courage, sacrifice and commitment of our men and women in uniform.

Let us honor the past, celebrate the present, and inspire the future of American service.

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What’s Ahead

Across the country, Americans are planning unique and exciting ways to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States. America250 has compiled upcoming milestones and opportunities to get engaged and ensure that all Americans can find ways to commemorate this historic moment in our nation’s history.

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Ongoing

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“America’s Presidents” Gallery

Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery

Free
Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery
8th and G Streets NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20001
Daily, 11:30AM–7:00PM ET

Ongoing

A child taking a small American Flag from a collection of American Flags

Walk 250

America’s 250th South Dakota Commission

Free
South Dakota State Parks near you
900 Governors Dr
Pierre, South Dakota 57501

Ongoing

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Made in Alabama Brand Partnerships

Alabama USA Semiquincentennial Commission

Free
Your Business
3727 Highway 119
Montevallo, Alabama 35115

Ongoing

Revolutionary Rhode Island: Professional Development Series for Educators

Rhode Island Semiquincentennial Commission

Free
Aldrich House
110 Benevolent Street
Providence, Rhode Island 02906
4-5:30PM EST

Ongoing

Submissions for “West Virginia Historic Figures” INSPIRED Juried Exhibit

West Virginia Semiquincentennial Commission

Free
West Virginia State Capitol Complex
1900 Kanawha Blvd E
Charleston, West Virginia 25305

Ongoing

“Brave Men As Ever Fought” Exhibition at the Rhode Island State House

Rhode Island Semiquincentennial Commission

Free
Rhode Island State House
82 Smith Street
Providence, Rhode Island 02903
8:30AM-4:30PM EST

Our Sponsors

With a shared focus on engaging communities and enriching the lives of those within them, several organizations are coming together to support programing from sea-to-shining-sea in honor of this historic celebration.

The Coca-Cola Company

Walmart

What is America250?

Comprising the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission, established by Congress in 2016, and America250.org, Inc., the nonprofit supporting organization to the Commission, America250 is a nonpartisan initiative working to engage every American in commemorating the 250th anniversary of our country. This multi-year effort, from now through July 4, 2026, is an opportunity to pause and reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look ahead toward the future we want to create for the next generation and beyond.

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