America< Years in the making
)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.
The one-year countdown to America’s 250th birthday will kick off at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, with a Salute to America celebration featuring remarks by the President of the United States. The event will also feature patriotic entertainment and fireworks. RSVP to join!
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.
Ongoing
Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery
Ongoing
America’s 250th South Dakota Commission
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Alabama USA Semiquincentennial Commission
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Rhode Island Semiquincentennial Commission
Ongoing
West Virginia Semiquincentennial Commission
Ongoing
Rhode Island Semiquincentennial Commission
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.
Coinbase
Palantir
Phorm Energy
ScottsMiracle-Gro
UFC
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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