America 250: Boots of Honor memorial to visit Tennessee in tribute to service members killed since 9/11
Memories of Honor, a Franklin, Tennessee non-profit dedicated to the mission of making every day Memorial Day has partnered with America 250 to bring ‘Boots of Honor’ to Tennessee to honor all U.S. service members killed since 9/11.
Memories of Honor, a Franklin, Tennessee non-profit dedicated to the mission of making every day Memorial Day has partnered with America 250 to bring ‘Boots of Honor’ to Tennessee to honor all U.S. service members killed since 9/11.
America 250: A mother's poignant letter to her son who would later become president
Nearly five decades before her son would become president of the United States – and a decade before she would become first lady – Abigail Adams penned a poignant letter to her 11-year-old son John Quincy Adams.
Nearly five decades before her son would become president of the United States – and a decade before she would become first lady – Abigail Adams penned a poignant letter to her 11-year-old son John Quincy Adams.
America 250: Gold Star mothers head to Europe to collect 'sacred soil' to honor service and sacrifice
As the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, a group of Gold Star mothers have embarked on a trip to Europe to collect "sacred soil" from ground made hallowed by the courage and sacrifice of service members
As the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, a group of Gold Star mothers have embarked on a trip to Europe to collect "sacred soil" from ground made hallowed by the courage and sacrifice of service members
America 250: Southwest Airlines unveils Independence One to celebrate the nation's founding
Independence One will make its first flight Wednesday, heading from the company’s hometown of Dallas to the place where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed, Philadelphia.
Independence One will make its first flight Wednesday, heading from the company’s hometown of Dallas to the place where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed, Philadelphia.
America 250: Students in grades 3-12 invited to enter American hero student art contest
Students in grades 3–12 in all 50 states and the six U.S. territories are invited to enter the Freedom 250 American Heroes Student Art Contest.
Students in grades 3–12 in all 50 states and the six U.S. territories are invited to enter the Freedom 250 American Heroes Student Art Contest.
America 250: US Postal Service releases 'Figures of the American Revolution' forever stamps
Last July, the United States Postal Service (USPS) started a yearlong celebration to honor 250 years of serving the American public and America’s independence. As part of the celebration, USPS has released "Figures of the American Revolution" forever stamps.
Last July, the United States Postal Service (USPS) started a yearlong celebration to honor 250 years of serving the American public and America’s independence. As part of the celebration, USPS has released "Figures of the American Revolution" forever stamps.
Trump reading Bible verse from Oval Office in marathon event
President Trump will take part in a marathon Bible reading event that celebrates 250 years of the Bible in America. Several other politicians and leaders from his administration will be reading verses as well.
President Trump will take part in a marathon Bible reading event that celebrates 250 years of the Bible in America. Several other politicians and leaders from his administration will be reading verses as well.
UFC Freedom 250: Match details at the White House in June
President Trump is hosting a UFC fight on White House grounds to celebrate his 80th birthday and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Here’s everything to know about the event.
President Trump is hosting a UFC fight on White House grounds to celebrate his 80th birthday and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Here’s everything to know about the event.
National Park Week 2026: When admission is free to celebrate America's 250th
National Park Week this year is celebrating two milestones - the 110th birthday of the NPS, and the 250th anniversary of America’s independence. Here are the details.
National Park Week this year is celebrating two milestones - the 110th birthday of the NPS, and the 250th anniversary of America’s independence. Here are the details.
America 250: New dimes in 2026 will have commemorative design
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, a new design theme will be printed on the 10-cent coin this year. The dimes will return to the President Roosevelt design in 2027.
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, a new design theme will be printed on the 10-cent coin this year. The dimes will return to the President Roosevelt design in 2027.
America 250: CPKC railway unveils commemorative locomotive honoring nation's 250th anniversary
The Canadian Pacific Kansas City railway (CPKC) is honoring the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a commemorative America 250 locomotive.
The Canadian Pacific Kansas City railway (CPKC) is honoring the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a commemorative America 250 locomotive.
America 250: National America’s Startup competition seeks collegiate student innovators and entrepreneurs
When it comes to innovation, many successful American companies got their start in garages. Microsoft, Apple, and Amazon, are examples of taking bold ideas and turning them into a successful business and driving America’s economy. Collegiate student innovators and entrepreneurs who have an idea have an opportunity to turn their ideas into reality with the America’s Startup competition.
When it comes to innovation, many successful American companies got their start in garages. Microsoft, Apple, and Amazon, are examples of taking bold ideas and turning them into a successful business and driving America’s economy. Collegiate student innovators and entrepreneurs who have an idea have an opportunity to turn their ideas into reality with the America’s Startup competition.
America 250: Students in grades K–8 invited to enter Bookmark Design Challenge
Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.
Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.
America's 250th anniversary sparks travel rush
America's 250th anniversary this year is sparking some travel trends, with experts warning to book early for events on your radar.
America's 250th anniversary this year is sparking some travel trends, with experts warning to book early for events on your radar.
Trump launches massive ‘Freedom 250’ push to ignite America’s 250th birthday celebration
The new initiative brings together states, companies and organizations to plan and participate in events celebrating the nation's 250th birthday.
The new initiative brings together states, companies and organizations to plan and participate in events celebrating the nation's 250th birthday.
America 250 Christmas tree ornament unveiled
A Christmas tree ornament marking America’s 250th birthday next year has been unveiled.
A Christmas tree ornament marking America’s 250th birthday next year has been unveiled.
U.S. Marine Corps celebrates 250 years of service
The United States Marine Corps is celebrating 250 years of honor, courage, and commitment to our country.
The United States Marine Corps is celebrating 250 years of honor, courage, and commitment to our country.
Vance attends Marine Corps 250th anniversary celebration at Camp Pendleton
Vice President JD Vance joined fellow Marines at Camp Pendleton, California, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.
Vice President JD Vance joined fellow Marines at Camp Pendleton, California, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.
UFC fight at White House on July 4 ‘absolutely happening,’ Dana White says
UFC CEO Dana White says a July 4 fight card at the White House is “absolutely happening" as part of the U.S. semiquincentennial celebration.
UFC CEO Dana White says a July 4 fight card at the White House is “absolutely happening" as part of the U.S. semiquincentennial celebration.