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What is America250?
On July 4, 2026, the United States will mark the 250th anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, the birth of our Nation.
“From Concord Bridge in 1775 to the Edmund Pettus Bridge in 1965 and beyond, the quest for liberty has resonated through the generations.”
Tom Walker, Founder and President Emeritus, American Village
One Nation. Many Stories.
Your story, a part of America’s rich tapestry, joins diverse voices responding to America’s Invitation. Your reflections on our past, present, and future contribute to the creation of history’s most inclusive commemoration.
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Thomas Jefferson’s original draft included among it’s grievances, a condemnation of slavery that was later removed. Read the original draft and compare it to the actual Declaration.
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www.facebook.com/share/1BUGaf7zsC/?mibextid=wwXIfr Thank you City of Leeds!#America250 #Semiquincentennial #America250AL #a250al🇺🇸 America’s 250th Birthday Bash: What to Expect on Saturday, June 13! 🔴⚪🔵The City of Valor is going all out to celebrate America’s semiquincentennial, and we want you to have the ultimate guide to the festivities in downtown Leeds! This historic day is a true community collaboration, and there is something for the entire family. Here is your official breakdown of the day:• 🎉 The Kids Patriotic Parade: We are kicking things off with maximum energy! Kids, grab your bikes, scooters, wagons, and your best red, white, and blue gear. The parade will start at the Leeds Chamber of Commerce Office and march down the Parkway, wrapping up at the beautiful new mural on the Library wall. Click here to sign up for the parade: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXaBfWenmbNS3NHts9SsOBX9rB0LgADHrs5E42FdURVH9_mA/viewform• 🎖️ The Commemorative Program: Immediately following the parade, we will host a special ceremony that celebrates America and ties our nation's history right back to the roots of Leeds. During this program, we will officially dedicate our breathtaking new mural honoring Leeds’ three Medal of Honor recipients and pause to honor all veterans in attendance. • 🎶 Spectacular Performances: Your favorite patriotic tunes will bring the downtown air to life! Enjoy special performances by The Pride of the Greenwave Marching Band, the First Baptist Leeds Handbell Choir, and the Leeds Community Chorus. • 🍔 The "Party in the USA" After-Party: Once the program concludes, it’s time to celebrate! We are throwing a massive birthday bash for America complete with music, food trucks, bouncy houses for the kids, and so much more. Make plans to spend your Saturday downtown celebrating history, heritage, and community! 🦅✨ This event is proudly brought to you by: City of Leeds, Alabama, Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce, Leeds Main Street, Leeds Historical Society, Leeds Arts Council, Leeds City Schools, and the Leeds Jane Culbreth Library. #LeedsHappenings #LeedsAreaChamberOfCommerce #LeedsAreaChamber #LeedingTheWay
🇺🇸 Happy Birthday America! 🇺🇸One month and five days until America's 250th birthday.Taylor Hicks wishes America a Happy Birthday in musical style.Taylor will be the featured Alabama musician Friday night, July 3rd at Sweet Home Alabama - Alabama's oficial celebration of America 250. Sweet Home 250 will take place at the American Village in Montevallo. Check out the website (sweethome250.com) for all the details.#AmericanVillage_Alabama #America250Alabama #America250AL #AmericanVillage #America250 #A250AL #americanvillage🇺🇸 #america250alabama #happybirthdayamerica🇺🇸
On this day in 1736, Patrick Henry was born. He called for independence much earlier than most of his contemporaries and became known as the “voice of the Revolution.” He was a lawyer, who served in the Continental Army, the First Continental Congress, and later as Governor of Virginia. He is probably best known for his, “Give me liberty or give me death” speech given at St. John’s Church in Richmond, Virginia in 1775. Please click on the link below to learn more about Patrick Henry and his legacy.-> www.battlefields.org/learn/biographies/patrick-henry #america250 #america250al #americanhistory #Semiquincentennial #OnThisDay #ThisDayInHistory #HistoryNerd #americanvillage_alabama #americanvillage #Alabama #discovershelbyal #historyforyoungpeple #montevallo
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