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KING OF PRUSSIA, PA — As America approaches its historic 250th anniversary, one of the nation’s most iconic and sacred landmarks has announced that it will host a powerful day …
Washington Memorial Chapel at Valley Forge: “The Soul of Valley Forge” to Host Milestone America 250 Commemoration Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Imagine stepping back into the sights, sounds, and innovations that captivated more than 10 million visitors nearly 150 years ago. Beginning June 25, visitors to Center City …
Philadelphia’s 1876 World’s Fair Comes Back to Life at New Center City Exhibition Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Small Business Administration has launched a nationwide initiative encouraging small businesses to participate in events tied to America’s 250th anniversary, as the agency seeks to …
SBA Launches Freedom 250 Program to Engage Small Businesses Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Mint has begun accepting orders for collector bags and two-roll sets of its 2026 Semiquincentennial quarter honoring the Declaration of Independence, expanding public access to …
U.S. Mint Opens Sales of 2026 Semiquincentennial Quarters Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Bank of America and FIFA have committed $2.25 million to provide thousands of free FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets to veterans, active-duty military personnel, first responders, and …
Bank of America, FIFA Back Free World Cup Tickets for Veterans and First Responders Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of the Interior has launched a nationwide initiative that will send agency officials and partner organizations to national parks, wildlife refuges, monuments, and other …
Interior Department Launches Public Lands Initiative for Nation’s 250th Anniversary Read More
TRAPPE, PA — Hundreds of visitors and community leaders gathered over the weekend as Historic Trappe reopened the Speaker’s House after a 25-year restoration, marking a major milestone in preserving …
Historic Trappe Reopens Speaker’s House After 25-Year Restoration Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Future U.S. paper currency will include the signature of President Donald J. Trump alongside the Treasury secretary, marking the first time a sitting president’s signature will appear …
Trump Signature Set for U.S. Currency in Historic First Read More
TELFORD, PA & PHILADELPHIA, PA — Draeger Inc. announced it will sponsor seven “Firstival” events during the 2026 Philadelphia Semiquincentennial celebration marking the 250th anniversary of American independence.
Draeger to Sponsor Seven Firstival Events for Philadelphia 250th Read More
PARKESBURG, PA — The sights and sounds of a classic small-town carnival are set to return to Parkesburg as the community prepares to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a multi-day …
Parkesburg’s Beloved Carnival Is Coming Back — and the Town Is Celebrating Read More