America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
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President Trump speaks on National Mall on July 4
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Celebrating America 250 with unique travel experiences
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Events in Your Area
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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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Revolutionary War diary and artifacts offer rare glimpse into America's founding
A Connecticut soldier's diary, a carved powder horn, and a British pocket watch are among the artifacts preserved at the Wisconsin Historical Society that offer a firsthand look at 1776.
How Jiffy Mix grew from a Depression-era recipe to national staple
Chelsea Milling Company, the family-owned maker of Jiffy Mix, opened its doors to Scripps News for a behind-the-scenes look at how a Great Depression-era recipe became an American staple.
Most Americans think founders would be disappointed in today’s US
As celebrations begin, many Americans feel the signers of the Declaration of Independence would be disappointed with how the U.S. has turned out.
How a Michigan town helped launch recreational power boating in America
The father of recreational boating came from a small town in Michigan. 🚤 Learn how Christopher Smith's Chris-Craft changed the water — and American summers — forever.
How one city became the heart of U.S. Coast Guard culture over 150 years
Grand Haven has celebrated the Coast Guard for 150 years — and the bond between this Michigan city and its service members is stronger than ever. 🇺🇸⚓
America 250: How the UAW and other labor unions helped shape the nation
The weekend. The 40-hour work week. Better wages. Much of what American workers take for granted today traces back to the labor movement — and Detroit was at the center of it all. 🇺🇸
