America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
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
Traveling with Denella: America 250
Trump says UFC structure on White House lawn could stay up permanently
US Mint to release quarter commemorating America’s 250th birthday
Colorado railroad connects generations through a shared passion for trains
Smithsonian Center selects Festivals Acadiens et Créoles for 250th anniversary initiative
Alaskan huskies bred to be sled dogs
Inside Marine boot camp: What recruits face in San Diego
New 250th anniversary exhibit will spotlight the Declaration of Independence
Events in Your Area
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July 4, 2026
2026 Lafayette Stars & Stripes at Parc International in Downtown Lafayette -
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Broussard Independence Day Festival at St. Julien Park -
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Red, White, and Boom at the Opelousas Yambilee Ag Arena -
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Fourth of July Fireworks Show at the Eunice Recreation Complex -
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Fireworks on the River in Krotz Springs at Nall Park -
July 4, 2026
Leonville Fireworks Show at the Leonville Boat Launch
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.
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.
Smithsonian selects Festivals Acadiens et Créoles for 250 anniversary initiative
Through this collaboration, Festivals Acadiens et Créoles joins a national network of 40 cultural festivals working to showcase the richness and diversity of American culture.
