America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
State Department announces Trump passports will be available throughout the US
Yorktown museum volunteer Nelson Curtis surprised with Everyday Hero for his dedication to history
President Trump speaks on National Mall on July 4
The gift of staying home: How a fallen soldier's family found stability after tragedy
‘250: Celebrating America’ highlights stories of service, community and hope
Hundreds turnout for Fourth of July parade in Yorktown despite extreme heat
First Warning Forecast: Very hot Independence Day with isolated storms possible
'What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?' Historians discuss slavery's role in America's founding
Colonial Williamsburg visitors come prepared to take in history in extreme heat
Trump celebrates July 4 at Mount Rushmore amid divided public opinion
Times Square Ball will drop July 3 in historic celebration
Deep partisan divide over America's 250th birthday
Events in Your Area
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June 25–July 5, 2026
1776 the Musical in Colonial Williamsburg -
July 1, 2026
Wonder Wednesday: America 250 in Norfolk -
July 3, 2026
Celebrate Freedom at Chesapeake City Park -
July 4, 2026
Annual South Norfolk July 4th Parade & Picnic in the Park -
July 4, 2026
Stars and Stripes Spectacular at Constant’s Wharf Park and Marina -
July 4, 2026
4th of July Great American Picnic & Fireworks at Town Point Park -
July 4, 2026
July 4 Stars & Stripes Celebration at the VB Oceanfront -
July 4, 2026
Stars over Hampton: July 4th Celebration -
July 4, 2026
Fort Monroe hosts Fourth at the Fort -
July 4, 2026
Stars in the Sky at Victory Landing Park
Events In Your Area
America 250: The Stories
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Historians reflect on slavery's role in America's founding at 250th anniversary
Virginia historians reflect on slavery's role in funding the Revolutionary War and shaping America's founding ideals as the nation turns 250.
Trump to celebrate America's birthday at Mount Rushmore
President Trump heads to Mount Rushmore aboard the new Air Force One for America’s 250th birthday celebration as Americans remain divided on his role.
Times Square ball drop rings in America's 250th birthday
Times Square's ball drop returns for the Fourth of July as New York City celebrates America's 250th birthday with tall ships, Fleet Week, and fireworks.
Poll: Americans excited to celebrate July 4, but divided on Trump’s role
A majority of Americans are excited to celebrate the country's 250th birthday, but are divided about President Donald Trump’s role in the festivities, a new Scripps News/Talker Research poll finds.
How Rock and Roll helped shape America's first 250 years
Few cultural forces have shaped American society like Rock and Roll — breaking racial barriers, amplifying social movements, and uniting generations. Cleveland's role in that history is undeniable.
USPS honors Norfolk's role in 250 years of American postal history
Norfolk is one of just 62 original post offices established in 1775, giving the city a unique place in the history of the nation's mail system.
