America250: Celebrating 250 Years of U.S. Independence and Freedom
America250: Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of U.S. Independence (1776–2026) July 4, 2026 marks a historic milestone—the 250th anniversary of the United States of America . Known as the Semiquincentennial, this occasion commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776 , when thirteen colonies declared their right to self-government and set in motion the creation of a new nation. 250 years. One nation. Countless stories of courage, resilience, innovation, and hope. America's next chapter begins.