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 -
July 4, 2026
Broussard Independence Day Festival at St. Julien Park -
July 4, 2026
Red, White, and Boom at the Opelousas Yambilee Ag Arena -
July 4, 2026
Fourth of July Fireworks Show at the Eunice Recreation Complex -
July 4, 2026
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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Inside Marine boot camp: What recruits face in San Diego
All men and women enlisted west of the Mississippi River train at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego. Here's a look at what it takes.
New 250th anniversary exhibit will spotlight the Declaration of Independence
Historic Declaration of Independence-related documents that have long been buried in the National Archives will soon be available for all to see, reminding us of our roots as a nation 250 years on.
Lafayette launches "250 Acts of Pride or Service"
The parish-wide challenge to complete 250 Acts of Pride or Service is a year-long movement focused on giving back, celebrating local history, and strengthening the community.
America250 flag raised at city hall to mark nation’s 250th anniversary
Lafayette Consolidated Government raised the America250 flag at City Hall, launching a yearlong commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
