America 250: VA honors 49 Revolutionary War Veterans at 16 cemeteries across the country
To mark the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the delegate’s signing of the Declaration of Independence on August 2, 1776, the Department of Veterans Affairs held ceremonies at 16 cemeteries across the country on Sunday, August 2, to honor 49 Veterans of the Revolutionary War.
To mark the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the delegate’s signing of the Declaration of Independence on August 2, 1776, the Department of Veterans Affairs held ceremonies at 16 cemeteries across the country on Sunday, August 2, to honor 49 Veterans of the Revolutionary War.
America 250: National Military Monument now open on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial
A new National Military Monument exhibit is now on display on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. that allows visitors to search for loved ones who served in the U.S. military and watch their names appear seconds later across two towering digital American flag displays.
A new National Military Monument exhibit is now on display on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. that allows visitors to search for loved ones who served in the U.S. military and watch their names appear seconds later across two towering digital American flag displays.
America 250: State Department launches commemorative passports - How to get the 'Patriot Passport'
Here is how to apply to the get the commemorative "Patriot Passport" in honor of America 250.
Here is how to apply to the get the commemorative "Patriot Passport" in honor of America 250.
See it: Trump commemorative $1 gold coin revealed
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the U.S. Mint will begin striking a new $1 commemorative gold coin featuring President Donald Trump to mark America's 250th anniversary.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the U.S. Mint will begin striking a new $1 commemorative gold coin featuring President Donald Trump to mark America's 250th anniversary.
150 new US citizens sworn in during special 4th of July ceremony at Mount Vernon
One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens.
One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens.
Thousands of runners complete sold-out St. Pete Pier Fourth of July race
Thousands of runners kicked off Independence Day Saturday morning by completing a four-mile holiday race at the St. Pete Pier.
Thousands of runners kicked off Independence Day Saturday morning by completing a four-mile holiday race at the St. Pete Pier.
Mulberry Cultural Center art exhibit celebrates America's 250th birthday
A new multimedia exhibition at the Mulberry Cultural Center explores America's 250th birthday by bringing together artists to reflect on the country's past, present and future.
A new multimedia exhibition at the Mulberry Cultural Center explores America's 250th birthday by bringing together artists to reflect on the country's past, present and future.
Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag for the 4th of July
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
America’s Time Capsule: 56 states and territories contribute artifacts for 250th anniversary
America250 has unveiled the contents of America’s Time Capsule, which features letters, artifacts, and objects from across the country to help tell the story of the United States at its 250th anniversary.
America250 has unveiled the contents of America’s Time Capsule, which features letters, artifacts, and objects from across the country to help tell the story of the United States at its 250th anniversary.
Tampa historical exhibit explores Florida's role as 14th colony for holiday weekend
Families are kicking off the Fourth of July weekend by discovering a surprising chapter of local history at the Tampa Bay History Center. A newly opened exhibition details how Florida served as a loyalist stronghold for the British during the Revolutionary War.
Families are kicking off the Fourth of July weekend by discovering a surprising chapter of local history at the Tampa Bay History Center. A newly opened exhibition details how Florida served as a loyalist stronghold for the British during the Revolutionary War.
Tophat's Sutlery: Sumterville workshop recreates 19th century military history
A specialized workshop in Sumterville is keeping 19th-century military history alive by handcrafting precise historical reproductions for re-enactors and museums.
A specialized workshop in Sumterville is keeping 19th-century military history alive by handcrafting precise historical reproductions for re-enactors and museums.
Inside Tophat's Sutlery
A specialized workshop in Sumterville is keeping 19th-century military history alive by handcrafting precise historical reproductions for re-enactors and museums. FOX 13 Photojournalist Mike Hughes reports.
A specialized workshop in Sumterville is keeping 19th-century military history alive by handcrafting precise historical reproductions for re-enactors and museums. FOX 13 Photojournalist Mike Hughes reports.
July 4th fireworks: How to watch & stream fireworks displays from across the US
On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S.
On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S.
Polk County Fourth of July fireworks: Where to watch in Lakeland, Winter Haven Friday night
If you're looking to celebrate the Fourth of July a day early, you have two big options in Polk County on Friday night.
If you're looking to celebrate the Fourth of July a day early, you have two big options in Polk County on Friday night.
Tampa Bay History Center's new exhibit reveals Florida's untold Revolutionary-era history
Florida has long had a reputation for independence. But during the American Revolution, the land that is part of the modern-day Tampa Bay area was not fighting for freedom from Britain.
Florida has long had a reputation for independence. But during the American Revolution, the land that is part of the modern-day Tampa Bay area was not fighting for freedom from Britain.
History of Loyalists in Florida
Florida has long had a reputation for independence. But during the American Revolution, the land that is part of the modern-day Tampa Bay area was not fighting for freedom from Britain. FOX 13's Matthew McClellan reports.
Florida has long had a reputation for independence. But during the American Revolution, the land that is part of the modern-day Tampa Bay area was not fighting for freedom from Britain. FOX 13's Matthew McClellan reports.
Largo theatre brings '1776' musical to stage before America's 250th birthday
Eight O'Clock Theatre's historical musical "1776" offers audiences a timely look at the human struggles behind American independence.
Eight O'Clock Theatre's historical musical "1776" offers audiences a timely look at the human struggles behind American independence.
'1776' the stage show for America 250
Eight O'Clock Theatre's historical musical "1776" offers audiences a timely look at the human struggles behind American independence. FOX 13's Barry Wong has the story.
Eight O'Clock Theatre's historical musical "1776" offers audiences a timely look at the human struggles behind American independence. FOX 13's Barry Wong has the story.
Reflecting on the space race ahead of America 250
The American Revolution started with trailblazers facing steep odds and little margin for error, solving problems by adapting. That same American spirit would later take humanity to the moon — but the U.S. did not start the space race in the lead. FOX 13's Craig Patrick reports.
The American Revolution started with trailblazers facing steep odds and little margin for error, solving problems by adapting. That same American spirit would later take humanity to the moon — but the U.S. did not start the space race in the lead. FOX 13's Craig Patrick reports.