City of Tampa announces plans for celebrating America's 250th anniversary

Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park will be the site of the city of Tampa's "Liberty by the Bay" 4th of July celebration recognizing America's 250th anniversary. 

America 250: US Postal Service releases 'Figures of the American Revolution' forever stamps

Last July, the United States Postal Service (USPS) started a yearlong celebration to honor 250 years of serving the American public and America’s independence. As part of the celebration, USPS has released "Figures of the American Revolution" forever stamps. 

Trump reading Bible verse from Oval Office in marathon event

President Trump will take part in a marathon Bible reading event that celebrates 250 years of the Bible in America. Several other politicians and leaders from his administration will be reading verses as well.

Coolidge statue unveiled at Bok Tower Gardens
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State leaders unveiled a statue of President Calvin Coolidge at Bok Tower Gardens near Lake Wales, honoring his 1929 visit to the historic site when it was known as Mountain Lake Sanctuary. FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports.

UFC Freedom 250: Match details at the White House in June

President Trump is hosting a UFC fight on White House grounds to celebrate his 80th birthday and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Here’s everything to know about the event.

National Park Week 2026: When admission is free to celebrate America's 250th

National Park Week this year is celebrating two milestones - the 110th birthday of the NPS, and the 250th anniversary of America’s independence. Here are the details.

America 250: New dimes in 2026 will have commemorative design

In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, a new design theme will be printed on the 10-cent coin this year. The dimes will return to the President Roosevelt design in 2027.

Freedom Plane National Tour brings founding documents to 8 cities for America 250

As part of America’s 250th birthday, some original founding-era documents are leaving Washington, D.C. together for the first time ever to go on a historic 8-city tour. Here are the details.

America 250: Greyhound launches travel hub with themed itineraries for travel to celebrations across US

As we get closer to celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Greyhound is making it easier to help those living in rural areas or without a vehicle to take part in celebrations across the country.

America 250: National America’s Startup competition seeks collegiate student innovators and entrepreneurs

When it comes to innovation, many successful American companies got their start in garages. Microsoft, Apple, and Amazon, are examples of taking bold ideas and turning them into a successful business and driving America’s economy. Collegiate student innovators and entrepreneurs who have an idea have an opportunity to turn their ideas into reality with the America’s Startup competition.

America 250:  Students in grades K–8 invited to enter Bookmark Design Challenge

Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.

Florida’s new ‘America 250’ license plate design catching drivers’ attention

With more than 100 license plates to choose from in the Sunshine State, the new design for the nation's 250th birthday is quickly catching drivers' attention.

America's 250th anniversary sparks travel rush

America's 250th anniversary this year is sparking some travel trends, with experts warning to book early for events on your radar.

America 250 Christmas tree ornament unveiled

A Christmas tree ornament marking America’s 250th birthday next year has been unveiled.

U.S. Marine Corps celebrates 250 years of service

The United States Marine Corps is celebrating 250 years of honor, courage, and commitment to our country.