
Our American Story
America250’s nationwide initiative to preserve the voices of everyday Americans has officially launched! We have embarked on a historic journey to collect the largest audiovisual archive of American stories ever created.
Leading up to the largest commemoration and celebration in American history, America250 is planning a multi-year, national effort to engage, educate, and unite Americans from sea to shining sea through the following tentpole programs.
A multi-year contest that invites students in grades 3-12 to submit artwork, videos, and essays, answering the question, “What does America mean to you?” for the chance to earn unique experiences at iconic American historical and cultural sites.
The one-year countdown to America’s 250th birthday kicked off at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, with a Salute to America celebration featuring remarks by the President of the United States. The event also featured patriotic entertainment and fireworks!
On June 14th, with President Donald J. Trump in attendance, we stood in tribute to generations of American soldiers who have defended freedom, upheld our Constitution, and carried the torch of liberty around the world. This historic celebration featured powerful displays of patriotism, including flyovers, military vehicles, living history reenactments, and moving tributes to the courage, sacrifice and commitment of our men and women in uniform.
An effort focused on reinvigorating a year-round culture of service beyond 2026 – grounded in three key pillars: charitable giving, volunteering, and public service – which includes military service.