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PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Philadelphia region is preparing to welcome thousands of visitors from across the nation as it hosts the official national celebration of the 250th anniversaries of the …
Philadelphia to Host Star-Studded Celebration for Navy and Marine Corps 250th Anniversary Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA – With America’s 250th birthday less than a year away, Visit Philadelphia has launched a $9 million campaign to draw visitors from across the country and rally local …
Visit Philadelphia Launches $9 Million Campaign Ahead of Nation’s 250th Anniversary Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Philadelphia region is preparing to host a historic, high-profile military tribute this fall, as the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps mark their 250th anniversaries with a …
Philadelphia and Camden to Host Nation’s Largest Military Tribute During Navy & Marine Corps 250th Celebration Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of the Interior announced last week the launch of the Patriot Program, a major three-year initiative aimed at revitalizing America’s public lands in celebration …
Interior Department Launches $250 Million “Patriot Program” to Restore Public Lands Ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — To honor America’s approaching 250th anniversary, Liberty Trees will be dedicated next week at sites symbolizing the Revolutionary War’s legacy. Ceremonies will take place on Tuesday, …
Honoring Heroes: Liberty Trees to Stand Tall at Chester County’s Historic Battlefields Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — This fall, Philadelphia will be the epicenter of a historic celebration marking the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. From October 9 to 16, …
Philadelphia to Host Historic Navy & Marine Corps 250th Celebration Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Friday, Pennsylvania joined a nationwide initiative, “Two Lights for Tomorrow,” to commemorate the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s legendary ride and the beginnings of America’s fight …
Pennsylvania Illuminates History in National Tribute to Paul Revere’s Ride Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Museum of the American Revolution has revealed initial details of “The Declaration’s Journey,” a special exhibition set to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of …
Step Into History: How Two Iconic Artifacts Reveal the Declaration’s Untold Impact on Freedom’s Fight Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is throwing open the doors to its storied past with a major funding initiative aimed at preserving its historic and archaeological landmarks. The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum …
Pennsylvania Opens Funding to Revitalize State’s Historic Treasures Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — As the nation gears up for the 250th anniversary of its founding, Philadelphia and Camden are set to host a historic celebration honoring the Navy and Marine Corps’ …
Historic Homecoming 250 to Commemorate Navy and Marine Corps’ Semiquincentennial Anniversaries Read More