America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
America 250: How the UAW and other unions helped shape the nation
America 250: What Tampa looked like in 1776
Pontiac Transportation Museum celebrates city's role in shaping American history
America 250: Celebrating the impact of Henry Ford's moving assembly line
Trump says UFC structure on White House lawn could stay up permanently
US Mint to release quarter commemorating America’s 250th birthday
Colorado railroad connects generations through a shared passion for trains
Alaskan huskies bred to be sled dogs
Exploring Arizona's storied Route 66 highway
Amtrak decorates its Acela train in special livery for America's 250 anniversary
Inside Marine boot camp: What recruits face in San Diego
New 250th anniversary exhibit will spotlight the Declaration of Independence
Events in Your Area
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June 4-6, 2026
Spirit of Independence Festival for the 250th
Location: National Archives, Constitution Avenue, Washington, D.C. -
June 14, 2026
UFC Freedom 250: Topuria vs. Gaethje
Location: South Lawn of the White House / The Ellipse, Washington, D.C. -
June 25 - July 11, 2026
The Great American State Fair
Location: National Mall, Washington, D.C. -
July 3, 2026
America250 Times Square Ball Drop
Location: Times Square, New York City, NY -
July 4, 2026
Salute to America 250 Celebration & Fireworks
Location: National Mall, Washington, D.C. -
July 4, 2026
America250 July 4 Concert at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
Location: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA -
July 4, 2026
Macy's 4th of July Fireworks (50th Anniversary)
Location: East River, New York City, NY -
July 4, 2026
Navy Pier's Independence Day Fireworks
Location: Navy Pier, Chicago, IL -
August 22-23, 2026
Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C.
Location: National Mall, Washington, D.C.
Events In Your Area
America 250: The Stories
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Inside Marine boot camp: What recruits face in San Diego
All men and women enlisted west of the Mississippi River train at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego. Here's a look at what it takes.
New 250th anniversary exhibit will spotlight the Declaration of Independence
Historic Declaration of Independence-related documents that have long been buried in the National Archives will soon be available for all to see, reminding us of our roots as a nation 250 years on.
A look inside Washington’s historic landmarks
Join lifelong photographer and journalist Jefferson Graham as he shows off the most photographable places throughout our nation's capital — all with just his smartphone.
Capturing the beauty and history of Philadelphia
Join lifelong photographer and journalist Jefferson Graham as he shows off the most photographable places throughout — all through the lens of his smartphone.
A visual tour of New York City’s iconic sights
Join lifelong photographer and journalist Jefferson Graham as he shows off the most photographable places throughout New York City — all through the lens of his smartphone.
Discovering the art, architecture and history of Providence
Join lifelong photographer and journalist Jefferson Graham as he shows off the most photographable places throughout the great state of Rhode Island.
