America 250: VA honors 49 Revolutionary War Veterans at 16 cemeteries across the country
To mark the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the delegate’s signing of the Declaration of Independence on August 2, 1776, the Department of Veterans Affairs held ceremonies at 16 cemeteries across the country on Sunday, August 2, to honor 49 Veterans of the Revolutionary War.
To mark the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the delegate’s signing of the Declaration of Independence on August 2, 1776, the Department of Veterans Affairs held ceremonies at 16 cemeteries across the country on Sunday, August 2, to honor 49 Veterans of the Revolutionary War.
America 250: National Military Monument now open on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial
A new National Military Monument exhibit is now on display on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. that allows visitors to search for loved ones who served in the U.S. military and watch their names appear seconds later across two towering digital American flag displays.
A new National Military Monument exhibit is now on display on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. that allows visitors to search for loved ones who served in the U.S. military and watch their names appear seconds later across two towering digital American flag displays.
America 250: State Department launches commemorative passports - How to get the 'Patriot Passport'
Here is how to apply to the get the commemorative "Patriot Passport" in honor of America 250.
Here is how to apply to the get the commemorative "Patriot Passport" in honor of America 250.
See it: Trump commemorative $1 gold coin revealed
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the U.S. Mint will begin striking a new $1 commemorative gold coin featuring President Donald Trump to mark America's 250th anniversary.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the U.S. Mint will begin striking a new $1 commemorative gold coin featuring President Donald Trump to mark America's 250th anniversary.
America 250: Winners of American Heroes Student Art Contest honored at ceremony in Washington, DC
The winners of the Freedom 250 and National Endowment for the Humanities National American Heroes Student Art Contest were honored during a ceremony in Washington, D.C. on July 8.
The winners of the Freedom 250 and National Endowment for the Humanities National American Heroes Student Art Contest were honored during a ceremony in Washington, D.C. on July 8.
America 250: Summerfest celebrates July 4th
Thousands came out for the final day of Summerfest on Saturday night. But while many waved goodbye to the festival, people also waved flags for the 250th Fourth of July celebrations.
Thousands came out for the final day of Summerfest on Saturday night. But while many waved goodbye to the festival, people also waved flags for the 250th Fourth of July celebrations.
America 250: Summerfest wraps up its season on the Fourth of July
Thousands came out for the final day of Summerfest on Saturday night. But while many waved goodbye to the festival, people also waved flags for the 250th Fourth of July celebrations.
Thousands came out for the final day of Summerfest on Saturday night. But while many waved goodbye to the festival, people also waved flags for the 250th Fourth of July celebrations.
150 new US citizens sworn in during special 4th of July ceremony at Mount Vernon
One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens.
One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens.
Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag for the 4th of July
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
America’s Time Capsule: 56 states and territories contribute artifacts for 250th anniversary
America250 has unveiled the contents of America’s Time Capsule, which features letters, artifacts, and objects from across the country to help tell the story of the United States at its 250th anniversary.
America250 has unveiled the contents of America’s Time Capsule, which features letters, artifacts, and objects from across the country to help tell the story of the United States at its 250th anniversary.
America 250: Milwaukee brewing history celebrated in new exhibit
As America celebrates its 250th birthday, one Milwaukee tour provides an experience to immerse yourself in beer and American history at the same time.
As America celebrates its 250th birthday, one Milwaukee tour provides an experience to immerse yourself in beer and American history at the same time.
Milwaukee brewing history celebrated in new exhibit
As America celebrates its 250th birthday, one Milwaukee tour provides an experience to immerse yourself in beer and American history at the same time.
As America celebrates its 250th birthday, one Milwaukee tour provides an experience to immerse yourself in beer and American history at the same time.
July 4th fireworks: How to watch & stream fireworks displays from across the US
On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S.
On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S.
America 250: Milwaukee War Memorial honors 'those who fought and died'
Along Milwaukee's lakefront, it’s hard to miss an iconic building paying tribute to some of the nation’s bravest.
Along Milwaukee's lakefront, it’s hard to miss an iconic building paying tribute to some of the nation’s bravest.
War Memorial honors 'those who fought and died'
Along Milwaukee's lakefront, it’s hard to miss an iconic building paying tribute to some of the nation’s bravest.
Along Milwaukee's lakefront, it’s hard to miss an iconic building paying tribute to some of the nation’s bravest.
5 of America's greatest medical breakthroughs revealed as the nation marks 250 years
As the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary, medical experts highlight five innovations that have dramatically improved health and quality of life.
As the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary, medical experts highlight five innovations that have dramatically improved health and quality of life.
America's bicentennial vs America 250: How the country has changed in 50 years
From technology to gas prices, here’s a look at how America has changed over the last 50 years.
From technology to gas prices, here’s a look at how America has changed over the last 50 years.
America 250: National Parks offering free admission for 4th of July weekend
You can celebrate America's 250th anniversary and visit a National Park for free this weekend.
You can celebrate America's 250th anniversary and visit a National Park for free this weekend.
Wisconsin, birthplace of America’s modern income tax
Wisconsin became the first state to launch a successful modern income tax, targeting the wealthy to combat Gilded Age inequality.
Wisconsin became the first state to launch a successful modern income tax, targeting the wealthy to combat Gilded Age inequality.