America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
America 250: American Van Lines
America 250: City Mattress
Florida Highwaymen Museum featured in America 250 Road Trip celebrating nation's birthday
America 250: How Jiffy Mix grew from Depression-era recipe to national staple
SoFlo Market brings July 4 fun to Boca Raton City Hall
Most Americans think founders would be disappointed in today’s US
America 250: The birthplace of recreational boating
America 250: Coast Guard marks 100+ years in Grand Haven
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
Events in Your Area
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Florida statewide events page celebrating America 250
Discover a variety of events and activities dedicated to celebrating Florida's unique heritage as we commemorate America's 250th anniversary. From historical exhibitions to educational programs and community gatherings, these events highlight Florida's important role in our nation’s story. Join us as we honor our past, celebrate our present, and look forward to the future together during this landmark occasion. -
May 13, 2026, to Aug. 27, 2026 - The 14th Colony - Temporary Exhibit at the Boca Raton Historical Society
This exhibit explores Florida’s role in the American Revolution, with a focus on the state's history before it achieved statehood. It will include components of the Museum of Florida History’s traveling exhibit Viva Florida, reproductions of 18th-century Florida maps, and revolutionary era memorabilia. -
Memorial Day through July Fourth - Palm Beach Gardens celebrates America's 250th birthday
The City of Palm Beach Gardens is celebrating America's 250th birthday all summer long, from Memorial Day to the Fourth of July, with a host of events and highlights. The city's newly renovated Burns Road Recreation Center and other facilities will serve as venues for the celebrations marking the nation's semiquincentennial. -
June 17, 2026 - South Florida in the 18th Century
Well-known South Florida archaeologist Robert Carr will discuss Native Americans and the settlement of South Florida in the 18th century at the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum & Boca Raton Historical Society. -
Causeway Cove Country & BBQ Festival in Fort Pierce
Grab the family and head to Hutchinson Island to honor a massive milestone in American history. Spend your weekend enjoying mouth-watering barbecue, live entertainment, and all-American fun right on the beautiful waterfront. -
July 2, 2026 - Summer Sips and Sounds
The Boca Raton Historical Society hosts a spectacular patriotic concert to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. The event combines music and celebration in honor of the nation's semiquincentennial milestone. -
July 22, 2026 - Spain: The Forgotten Alliance - Independence of the United States
Join author and Smithsonian Scholar Martha Gutierrez-Steinkamp as she discusses her book "Spain: The Forgotten Alliance" at the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum & Boca Raton Historical Society. -
Aug. 1, 2026, at 2 p.m. - Conquistadors for Kids! at the Boca Raton Historical Society
Learn about the life of a Florida conquistador in this family-friendly event, as history reenactor Robert Feeney brings their daring adventures to life.
Events In Your Area
America 250: The Stories
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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.
Local museum featured in America 250 Road Trip
A museum that opened this year in Fort Pierce, which celebrates one of America's most iconic art movements, is part of the festivities celebrating the country's 250th birthday.
SoFlo Market July 4 celebration at Boca Raton City Hall
Celebrate July 4 at Boca Raton’s SoFlo Market with kids activities, live music, and local vendors. Free family fun at City Hall.
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. 🇺🇸⚓
