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The United States of America stirs in preparation to celebrate a quarter millennium of independence with the approaching America 250 anniversary! This 4th of July, with its outdoor barbecues and patriotic speeches, is invigorated by the monumental occasion of 250 years since the founding of the republic. Considering the special time, the initiative American 250 seeks to bring together the nation through the sharing of stories, ideas, experiences, and service across a great multitude of events around the nation in celebration of this milestone!

From celebrations of captured history to all-American pastimes, there is more than enough to do with friends and family no matter where you plan to spend the holiday! For our part, we have provided our selection of noteworthy, officially endorsed American 250 events across the Midwest states that will make for a one-of-a-kind 4th of July! Check them out!

Upcoming America 250

Explore! America 250 – Memory and Belonging

Sat, Mar 28
Make memories at the museum! As we celebrate America 250 at the Farm House …

America 250 – Roots of Revolution

Tue, Apr 14, 1 – 2 PM CDT
Museum – General Inquiries & Research 309-782-5021 | Email Us Rock Island …

America 250 Storytime & More | Family

Sat, Apr 18, 2 – 3 PM EDT
Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a special storytime and craft at …

Meet the Poet – John David Thompson

Fri, Apr 24, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
United Poems of America is a collection of 250 poems, each poem covering a …

Passport through our Past

Sat, Apr 25, 8 – 11 PM
Step into history and celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with us at the …

Passport through our Past

Sat, Apr 25, 8 – 11 PM
Step into history and celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with us at the …

America's 250th Genealogy Series: Genealogy Workshop

Thu, Apr 30
Please Note: Spots are very limited. Register early to secure your …

AMERICA 250…the Sound of Liberty

Sat, May 2, 4 PM
AMERICA 250...the Sound of Liberty One Performance Only, Saturday, May 2, …

America 250 Arts at A.W. Marion State Park

Sat, May 9
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a day of creativity and nature at …

Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra - Copland & Twain: …

Sun, May 10, 2:30 – 4:30 PM
Co-premiere by the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Milwaukee Symphony …

America 250 Themed Kids Activites

Sat, May 16, 1 – 4 PM
Free fun, games, and prizes -Themed: Attend for entry in the Grand Prize …

America @ 250

Sat, May 16, 8 PM
America @ 250 | Opera | Cast and Crew | Performances, schedule and tickets | …

America 250 – War For Freedom, The First Battles

Tue, May 19, 1 – 2 PM CDT
Museum – General Inquiries & Research 309-782-5021 | Email Us Rock Island …

America 250 Book Club (May)

Thu, May 21, 7 – 9 PM
A read and discuss group looking America during the revolutionary period …

Music in Mason America 250

Fri, May 22, 10:00 PM – Sat, May 23, 1:30 AM
Music in Mason is back in 2026 with great music and fun for the community to …

Braceville Memorial Day Celebration

Mon, May 25, 11:00 AM – 11:59 PM
An America 250 Anniversary Celebration | Storytelling Speaker Series Join us …

America 250-Ohio Newark Picnic and Homecoming …

Sat, May 30, 9 AM – Sun, May 31, 4 PM EDT
Enjoy an all day train excursion from Dennison, OH to Newark, OH to visit …

America 250 Themed Kids Activites

Sat, Jun 20, 1 – 4 PM
Free fun, games, and prizes -Themed: Attend for entry in the Grand Prize …

Randolph County 250th Celebration

Sat, Jun 20
Celebrate 250 years of American history at a special America 250 event this …

America 250 Showcase

Sat, Jun 27, 10 AM

Tuneful 20th Century Masterpieces - Southern Illinois …

Tue, Jun 30, 7 – 9 PM CDT
22nd Annual Southern Illinois Music Festival - AMERICA AT 250 June 18-July 4, …

Craft by Beer: America 250 History on Tap Trivia

Thu, Jul 2, 7 PM CDT
Raise a glass to 250 years of American history! Test your knowledge of the …

America 250 - Fourth of July Fireworks in Woodbury

Sat, Jul 4
Make plans to visit Woodbury on the 4th of July for this historic America 250 …

America 250th – Ashtabula County

Sat, Jul 4, 12 – 10 PM
Ashtabula County invites the community to celebrate America’s 250th birthday …

America's Potluck - Harriet Beecher Stowe House

Sun, Jul 5, 1 – 3 PM
In partnership with America 250 Join us at the Harriet Beecher Stowe House …

America's Potluck - Harriet Beecher Stowe House

Sun, Jul 5, 1 – 3 PM
In partnership with America 250 Join us at the Harriet Beecher Stowe House …

America's Potluck - Harriet Beecher Stowe House

Sun, Jul 5, 1 – 3 PM EDT
In partnership with America 250 Join us at the Harriet Beecher Stowe House …

Ottawa County-America 250

Sun, Jul 5
Come and see an 1870s vintage baseball game at James Park in Marblehead …