By Emily W.
Peabody, Massachusetts
I have traveled to many places in America. The states I have been to are Florida, Utah, North Carolina, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Illinois and I’m traveling to Maryland and Washington, D.C. Now I live in Massachusetts which has many historic sites. I live in Peabody, the birthplace of George Peabody, where my grandpa works as the museum director. My ancestors came from many countries, including England, Ireland, Scotland, Portugal and France. I love to travel and I’m happy to have freedom and this is what America means to me.
Join all Americans and share your story about your history and your hopes and dreams for the future of our country. Together, we will tell the American story through videos and the most inclusive commemoration in our history.
Engaging students nationwide to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary!
This contest invites students in grades 3–12 to share their perspectives on what America means to them — and earn the opportunity to travel for field trip experiences at some of the nation’s most iconic historic and cultural landmarks.