America's 250th
Amtrak’s Freedom 250 Acela Train Makes Inaugural Journey From Washington
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy unveiled Amtrak’s Freedom 250 Acela Train at Washington Union Station in the nation’s capital on Thursday morning.

Citizens React to Trump's America 250 Initiatives
The State Department will soon roll out passports featuring President Trump's portrait and signature as America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary.

US to Issue Limited Passports With Trump’s Image for America’s 250th Anniversary
The White House posted a mockup of the limited-edition passport on social media.

Trump Says Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Will Be Coated in ‘American Flag Blue’ Hue
‘You’re going to end up with a beautiful, beautiful reflecting pool, the way it’s supposed to be,’ President Donald Trump said.
Trump Participates in Historic Bible-Reading Marathon to Celebrate Nation’s 250th Anniversary
The president joined hundreds of others for the ‘America Reads the Bible’ event.
All 50 States to Be Represented on National Mall for America’s 250th Anniversary: Freedom 250 Spokesperson
Julia Friedland, Freedom 250 spokeswoman, discussed with NTD's Iris Tao the upcoming 250th anniversary celebration of America's founding.
Arts Commission Approves Plan for Trump’s Triumphal Arch
Visually, the arch closely echoes Paris’s Arc de Triomphe, the iconic monument at the western end of the Champs-Élysées.
Designs Unveiled for Trump's Proposed 250-Foot Arch in Washington
Designs were unveiled on Friday for a 250-foot arch in Washington sought by President Donald Trump that, if approved, would reshape the capital's monument-filled skyline.
New York City Rule Ends Public Access to America250 Times Square Ball Drop
A planned Times Square ball drop to mark the United States’ 250th anniversary will no longer be open to the public, organizers said, after a new city rule restricted large-scale summer events.
President, First Lady Host Annual Easter Egg Roll at the White House
The event includes traditional egg rolling and hunting, along with interactive experiences and educational exhibits.
New York Auto Show 2026 Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary
American brands have built the spirit of the United States right into the vehicles this year.
Moms for America Hosts Inaugural Abby Awards to ‘Remember the Ladies’
In the nation’s capital, a new generation of women are marking the 250th anniversary of Abigail Adams’s famous words.
New Coins Celebrate 250 Years of American Independence
Commemorative America 250 nickels, dimes, and half dollars will also be produced for circulation this year.
Federal Arts Panel Approves Gold Coin Featuring Trump's Image
A federal arts panel on Thursday unanimously approved a commemorative gold coin featuring President Donald Trump's image, part of a series of coins the U.S. Mint is planning to produce to celebrate America's 250th birthday this year.
Mount Rushmore Fireworks to Return for 250th Independence Day Celebration After 5-Year Hiatus
The South Dakota national memorial hasn't hosted a July 4 fireworks show since 2020.
IndyCar Unveils Route for Washington Race Marking America’s 250th Anniversary
The race will consist of 100 laps around the downtown course.
Second Lady Announces Patriotic Bookmark Contest for Kids to Mark America’s 250th
Entries must be submitted through the National Endowment for the Arts website by March 31.
America’s 250th Birthday to Be Celebrated at Super Bowl
Various celebratory elements have been woven into one of the world’s largest sporting events.
US Speaker Johnson Addresses UK Parliament in Honor of America’s 250th Anniversary
Speaker Johnson addresses the UK Parliament in honor of America’s 250th anniversary on Jan. 20.
Washington Monument Lit Up as US Begins Celebrations for 250th Anniversary of its Founding
Glowing with images, the obelisk is serving as a canvas for large-scale projections.
Amtrak’s Freedom 250 Acela Train Makes Inaugural Journey From Washington
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy unveiled Amtrak’s Freedom 250 Acela Train at Washington Union Station in the nation’s capital on Thursday morning.
Citizens React to Trump's America 250 Initiatives
The State Department will soon roll out passports featuring President Trump's portrait and signature as America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary.
US to Issue Limited Passports With Trump’s Image for America’s 250th Anniversary
The White House posted a mockup of the limited-edition passport on social media.
Trump Says Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Will Be Coated in ‘American Flag Blue’ Hue
‘You’re going to end up with a beautiful, beautiful reflecting pool, the way it’s supposed to be,’ President Donald Trump said.
Trump Participates in Historic Bible-Reading Marathon to Celebrate Nation’s 250th Anniversary
The president joined hundreds of others for the ‘America Reads the Bible’ event.
All 50 States to Be Represented on National Mall for America’s 250th Anniversary: Freedom 250 Spokesperson
Julia Friedland, Freedom 250 spokeswoman, discussed with NTD's Iris Tao the upcoming 250th anniversary celebration of America's founding.
Arts Commission Approves Plan for Trump’s Triumphal Arch
Visually, the arch closely echoes Paris’s Arc de Triomphe, the iconic monument at the western end of the Champs-Élysées.
Designs Unveiled for Trump's Proposed 250-Foot Arch in Washington
Designs were unveiled on Friday for a 250-foot arch in Washington sought by President Donald Trump that, if approved, would reshape the capital's monument-filled skyline.
New York City Rule Ends Public Access to America250 Times Square Ball Drop
A planned Times Square ball drop to mark the United States’ 250th anniversary will no longer be open to the public, organizers said, after a new city rule restricted large-scale summer events.
President, First Lady Host Annual Easter Egg Roll at the White House
The event includes traditional egg rolling and hunting, along with interactive experiences and educational exhibits.
New York Auto Show 2026 Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary
American brands have built the spirit of the United States right into the vehicles this year.
Moms for America Hosts Inaugural Abby Awards to ‘Remember the Ladies’
In the nation’s capital, a new generation of women are marking the 250th anniversary of Abigail Adams’s famous words.
New Coins Celebrate 250 Years of American Independence
Commemorative America 250 nickels, dimes, and half dollars will also be produced for circulation this year.
Federal Arts Panel Approves Gold Coin Featuring Trump's Image
A federal arts panel on Thursday unanimously approved a commemorative gold coin featuring President Donald Trump's image, part of a series of coins the U.S. Mint is planning to produce to celebrate America's 250th birthday this year.
Mount Rushmore Fireworks to Return for 250th Independence Day Celebration After 5-Year Hiatus
The South Dakota national memorial hasn't hosted a July 4 fireworks show since 2020.
IndyCar Unveils Route for Washington Race Marking America’s 250th Anniversary
The race will consist of 100 laps around the downtown course.
Second Lady Announces Patriotic Bookmark Contest for Kids to Mark America’s 250th
Entries must be submitted through the National Endowment for the Arts website by March 31.
America’s 250th Birthday to Be Celebrated at Super Bowl
Various celebratory elements have been woven into one of the world’s largest sporting events.
US Speaker Johnson Addresses UK Parliament in Honor of America’s 250th Anniversary
Speaker Johnson addresses the UK Parliament in honor of America’s 250th anniversary on Jan. 20.
Washington Monument Lit Up as US Begins Celebrations for 250th Anniversary of its Founding
Glowing with images, the obelisk is serving as a canvas for large-scale projections.
















