America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
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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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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.
A visual journey through Boston and the Freedom Trail
Join lifelong photographer and journalist Jefferson Graham as he shows off some of the most photographable places in Boston — all through the lens of his smartphone.
