America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
America 250: American Van Lines
America 250: City Mattress
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
Student team spends 350 hours building 'Forged Freedom' sculpture
Trump says UFC structure on White House lawn could stay up permanently
US Mint to release quarter commemorating America’s 250th birthday
Freedom Truck brings America's 250th anniversary celebration to Wellington amphitheater
Colorado railroad connects generations through a shared passion for trains
IRSC students weld Tomb of the Unknown Soldier sculpture for America's 250th
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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Trump to headline 'Great American State Fair' after artists drop out
President Donald Trump is now slated to headline a Freedom 250 event celebrating America's 250th anniversary after several musical acts dropped out over concerns about the event's political ties.
Wave of performers cancel for Trump-linked Freedom 250 concerts
Martina McBride, Morris Day, the Commodores and Young MC have all announced they will not perform at "The Great American State Fair" on Washington's National Mall.
US Mint to release quarter commemorating America’s 250th birthday
U.S. Mint will release a Declaration of Independence quarter Monday for America’s 250th, featuring Jefferson and the Liberty Bell.
Freedom Truck mobile museum rolls into Wellington
The mobile museum is one of six trucks traveling across the country ahead of America's 250th anniversary, with Wellington serving as the first stop in Palm Beach County.
Colorado railroad connects generations through a shared passion for trains
The Royal Gorge Route Railroad in Cañon City, Colorado, is more than a scenic ride — it's a place where generations connect over a shared love of trains.
A pack of sled dog puppies is about to start training in Denali National Park
Five young sled dogs-in-training were recently born at the Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska, as part of the park's sled dog breeding program.
