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A Lafayette nonprofit wants to preserve 25 veterans' stories as part of America's 250th birthday celebration. The Good Samaritan Project welcomes all veterans and families to share memories at a November recording event.
Nearly 200 mph race cars will roar through Washington, D.C., this weekend in a historic celebration of American innovation and freedom. The Freedom 250 Grand Prix marks the first time IndyCars have raced on the nation's capital streets.
Congress buried a stainless steel time capsule near Philadelphia's Independence Hall on America's 250th birthday, packed with artifacts from all 50 states. The capsule won't be opened until 2276, giving future Americans a glimpse of who we are today.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman piloted a fighter jet over the National Mall on July 4th, honoring America's semiquincentennial with a spectacular flyover. The display connected 250 years of American innovation to NASA's ongoing mission of discovery.
Thousands gathered at the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., to celebrate Independence Day with their families, creating bonds across state lines. Despite scorching heat and storm warnings, attendees from Texas to Connecticut showed up to share in patriotic spirit and make new friends.
Pope Leo XIV, America's first Pope, celebrated the nation's 250th anniversary by urging Americans to remember their immigrant roots and commitment to freedom. Speaking from the Vatican, he honored the founding principles that made America a beacon of hope for millions.
When extreme heat caused fainting at Washington's America 250 celebration, organizers chose safety over spectacle. Families turned the delay into museum adventures while waiting to resume their patriotic weekend.
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, five legendary national park campgrounds offer unforgettable ways to experience the natural wonders that have been protected for over a century. From Yosemite's towering cliffs to Acadia's rugged coastline, these spots sell out fast for good reason.
A 50-year-old painting of George Washington praying at Valley Forge anchors a new Museum of the Bible exhibit celebrating America's 250th anniversary. The image captures a desperate general seeking divine guidance during the Revolutionary War's darkest winter.
In Cumberland, Maryland, a town split by politics pulled off something remarkable: an America 250 parade that brought everyone together. Amid national division, local organizers proved community celebration can still bridge the gap.
The National Mall transforms into a massive celebration June 25 as all 50 states and six territories come together for a free 16-day festival honoring America's 250th anniversary. With a 110-foot Ferris wheel, state pavilions, and daily flyovers, organizers call it a modern World's Fair designed to unite the nation.
Rapid City is calling for volunteers to help bring its massive America 250 birthday celebration to life this July. The five-day event will feature drone shows, fireworks at Mount Rushmore, parades, and family activities across the Black Hills.