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NEW CASTLE, PA — Pyrotecnico produced a Guinness World Records-certified fireworks display featuring 840,537 fireworks over Washington, D.C., on July 4, surpassing the previous global record as the United States …
Pennsylvania-based Company Breaks World Fireworks Record at U.S. 250th Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Mint began shipping its 2026 U.S. Constitution Quarter to Federal Reserve Banks on Monday, putting the Semiquincentennial coin featuring Philadelphia’s Independence Hall into the distribution …
U.S. Mint Sends Constitution Quarter Into Circulation Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Pennsylvania’s congressional delegation has selected a steel plaque honoring the state’s industrial heritage for inclusion in the America 250 Congressional Time Capsule, linking the commonwealth’s steelmaking legacy …
Pennsylvania Chooses Steel Plaque for America 250 Time Capsule Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States Mint will begin sales July 16 of a limited-edition series of Liberty Bell-shaped gold coins and silver medals, marking the first non-round coins and …
U.S. Mint Releases Liberty Bell Coins for Nation’s 250th Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Pennsylvania’s privately funded pavilion earned a Best in Show honor Friday at the Great American State Fair on the National Mall, giving the Commonwealth national recognition during …
Pennsylvania Pavilion Wins Best in Show at National Fair Read More
ALTOONA, PA — Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 arrived in Altoona on Thursday as part of a coast-to-coast America250 tour, drawing an estimated 100,000 spectators and underscoring Pennsylvania’s effort …
Altoona Welcomes Big Boy as America250 Tourism Push Gains Steam Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump on Friday issued a proclamation designating July 4, 2026, as the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, calling on Americans …
Trump Proclaims July 4 as Nation Marks 250 Years Since Independence Read More
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA — Students attending the prestigious Philadelphia International Music Festival (PIMF) featuring members of The Philadelphia Orchestra will perform in dedication ceremonies for a new firepit at …
Philadelphia International Music Festival Students to Perform at Valley Forge for America250 Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States Mint will place 250,000 special-edition quarters into circulation next year to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary, creating a limited-release collectible that Americans may encounter …
U.S. Mint to Release 250,000 Special Quarters for Nation’s 250th Anniversary Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Pennsylvania will participate in the Great American State Fair on the National Mall during the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration after U.S. Sens. Dave McCormick and John Fetterman …
Pennsylvania Secures Spot at America250 State Fair After Bipartisan Push Read More