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How are You Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday in Your Town?
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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Drafting the Declaration of Independence
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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Have you seen the lineup yet for Sweet Home 250??We've got you covered! Get your tickets now before they're gone! (And they are selling FAST!Follow the link below to get your tickets today ->sweethome250.com/tickets #america250 #america250al #sweethome250 #americanvillage_alabama #americanvillage #Alabama #montevallo #americanhistory #Semiquincentennial #HistoryNerd #discovershelbyal #musicfestival #stuntdogs #artfestival #cookingcontest #foodtrucks
2nd graders from Chilton County Schools completed the "Hands on Liberty Program" last week and look who made a special appearance! At this event, the students graduate from the program, take their "Helping Hands Pledge," and honor "Helping Hand Heroes" in their community who are truly making a difference in their lives! These could include cafeteria workers, custodians, nurses, and veterans. Students discuss what it means to be good citizens in their classroom and community. Then they nominate and vote for individuals that they'd like to honor at their Celebration who exemplify characteristics of a good citizen.While there, "Libby Liberty" kicked off the Hands on Liberty and Super Citizen Programs. Libby tells of how she came to our country as a gift from France. She shares interesting facts with the students, such as who designed and built her, how long her finger is, how tall she is, and why she is patina-colored. Since August 2025, she has included the following in her monologue when discussing her own birthday:"On October 28th, 1886, which is considered my birthday, we had a huge celebration to welcome me home to America! And speaking of birthdays, something BIG is happening this year. And to describe that big thing, I'm going to use a big word- semiquincentennial. Have you ever heard that word? It means “250th anniversary.” Do you have any idea why that’s a big and important word for us, in the United States, right now? Because 250 years ago, in the year 1776, America officially became a COUNTRY! It’s America's 250th birthday! And there are all sorts of celebrations and events going on all around our country this year to mark that big birthday. So be on the lookout, so that YOU can be part of a super cool celebration."Thank you so much Chilton County Schools for sharing this wonderful program with us! We can't wait to see what you do next! #america250 #america250al #americanhistory #Semiquincentennial #HistoryNerd #historyforyoungpeple #americanvillage #Alabama #americanvillage_alabama
On this day in 1775, the Second Continental Congress met in Philadelphia, marking the beginning of one of the most important assemblies in American history. Coming just weeks after the battles of Lexington and Concord, delegates from the Colonies met to coordinate their response to British aggression. Over time, the Congress became our national government, managing the colonial war effort, forming the Continental Army with George Washington as its commander, and moving toward independence. It was within this Congress that the Declaration of Independence was debated and adopted almost 250 years ago. Today, the anniversary of the Second Continental Congress invites reflection on the bold steps taken by early Americans to unite the colonies and lay the foundation for our new nation, reminding us today of the importance of civic engagement, representative government, and the enduring values of liberty and unity. Please click on the link below to learn more about our first Congress.-> www.battlefields.org/learn/articles/continental-congress #america250 #america250al #americanhistory #Semiquincentennial #OnThisDay #ThisDayInHistory #HistoryNerd #historyforyoungpeple #americanvillage #Alabama #americanvillage_alabama #montevallo #discovershelbyal
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