America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
Virginia Museum of History and Culture highlights Virginia’s 'important' role in American Revolution
Williamsburg celebrates nation's 250th with Great American Birthday Quilt initiative
Historic documents heading on tour with Freedom Plane for America's 250th birthday
Richmond student wins national prize in C-SPAN documentary competition
Preservation group fights to protect Patrick Henry's Scotchtown from suburban sprawl
State Department announces Trump passports will be available throughout the US
U.S. Army's only full-time artist in residence captures military history one painting at a time
President Trump speaks on National Mall on July 4
The gift of staying home: How a fallen soldier's family found stability after tragedy
‘250: Celebrating America’ highlights stories of service, community and hope
Mechanicsville family keeps July 4 traditions alive with Big Blast Fireworks
Trump celebrates July 4 at Mount Rushmore amid divided public opinion
Events in Central Virginia
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June 19
Pay-What-You-Will Murals of Jackson Ward Walking Tour -
June 25 - June 28
VMHC IllumiNATION @ Virginia Museum of History and Culture -
June 21
17th Century England & the Coming of the American Revolution @ St. John's Church -
June 26
An Evening with Chief Stephen Adkins, chief of the Chickahominy Tribe -
July 1
Blackstone Fireworks at Fort Pickett will take place on Wednesday, July 1. Gates open at 5 p.m. Blackstone Chamber of Commerce requests a $5 donation for entry, but it is not required. -
July 2
Crewe Airfest is Thursday, July 2 from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Crewe Municipal Airport. Don't miss awesome food, family fun, live music and fireworks. Free admission. Parking is $5. -
July 4
Greene County Fourth of July Parade -
July 4
Liberty or Death Reenactment: The Fourth of July 2026 @ St. John's Church -
July 4
Town of Louisa Fourth of July Celebration -
July 12
Meet the Marquis de Lafayette @ St. John's Church
Events In Your Area
America 250: The Stories
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Trump to celebrate America's birthday at Mount Rushmore
President Trump heads to Mount Rushmore aboard the new Air Force One for America’s 250th birthday celebration as Americans remain divided on his role.
Times Square ball drop rings in America's 250th birthday
Times Square's ball drop returns for the Fourth of July as New York City celebrates America's 250th birthday with tall ships, Fleet Week, and fireworks.
Poll: Americans excited to celebrate July 4, but divided on Trump’s role
A majority of Americans are excited to celebrate the country's 250th birthday, but are divided about President Donald Trump’s role in the festivities, a new Scripps News/Talker Research poll finds.
How Rock and Roll helped shape America's first 250 years
Few cultural forces have shaped American society like Rock and Roll — breaking racial barriers, amplifying social movements, and uniting generations. Cleveland's role in that history is undeniable.
America 250 v. Freedom 250: What's the difference?
This Fourth of July, two separate events mark the nation's 250th birthday. Here's a breakdown of America 250 and Freedom 250 and what sets them apart.
Where to go for unique travel experiences celebrating America 250
As America begins celebrating its 250th anniversary, many people are looking beyond a traditional Fourth of July vacation in favor of experiences that connect them with the nation's history.
