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.
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.
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.
Times Square ball drops for July 4th, America250 celebration
The Times Square ball is set to drop eight times this July 4 weekend, marking midnight in every U.S. time zone. Here's how to watch.
The Times Square ball is set to drop eight times this July 4 weekend, marking midnight in every U.S. time zone. Here's how to watch.
Times Square ball to drop 8 times in New York City: Timeline, other details
Eight Times Square ball drops to commemorate America's 250th birthday will take place into Saturday morning. Here's how many times the ball will drop in NYC.
Eight Times Square ball drops to commemorate America's 250th birthday will take place into Saturday morning. Here's how many times the ball will drop in NYC.
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.
Fourth of July cookout prices hit record high as America celebrates 250th birthday
Americans preparing to hold a Fourth of July barbecue this weekend will face higher costs for their burgers and hot dogs amid stubborn inflation, a new report finds.
Americans preparing to hold a Fourth of July barbecue this weekend will face higher costs for their burgers and hot dogs amid stubborn inflation, a new report finds.
America 250: US Mint releases updated nickels, dimes, quarters, and half dollar for nation's anniversary
The United States Mint has released updated nickels, dimes, quarters, and half dollars in honor of America's Semi-quincentennial.
The United States Mint has released updated nickels, dimes, quarters, and half dollars in honor of America's Semi-quincentennial.
2026 Patriot Games: Dates revealed, applications opened for national high school competition
The Patriot Games are coming Washington, D.C. in the first weeks of August.
The Patriot Games are coming Washington, D.C. in the first weeks of August.
Airbnb deploys anti-party technology ahead of July 4 weekend
Airbnb is rolling out its anti-party technology ahead of the July 4 weekend to address the risk of disruptive parties in communities around the country on one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
Airbnb is rolling out its anti-party technology ahead of the July 4 weekend to address the risk of disruptive parties in communities around the country on one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
Trump shares new image of America 250 passport featuring photo of himself
President Trump will be the first living president to be featured on the U.S. passport.
President Trump will be the first living president to be featured on the U.S. passport.
Great American State Fair: Street closures, parking restrictions and what to know
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrictions and what you need to know if you are attending.
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrictions and what you need to know if you are attending.