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With the Fourth of July coming up this week, we want to take a moment to recognize this country we call home, and start gearing up for America's semiquincentennial in 2026, or the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
America 250
Leading up to the largest commemoration and celebration in American history,
America250 is planning a multi-year, national effort to engage, educate, and unite Americans from sea to shining sea through the following tentpole programs. The U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission has put out an open call, asking the public to share stories, or reflections on America's past, present, and future.
Share your story. The commission will also be re-opening the America’s Field Trip contest. Sign up
here to receive updates on the contest.
National Endowment for the Arts: America 250 Grants
The NEA will also offer grants for arts projects in any discipline that celebrate the contributions to American history of one or more of the national heroes listed in
Executive Order 13978. They are accepting proposals for works of art in a range of formats: plays, operas, literary arts, concerts, visual arts, museum exhibitions, etc. that honor these individuals. Projects may take place in any of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. jurisdictions. The NEA anticipates making between 15-20 awards through this program.
The deadline to apply for this grant is: July 14, 2025, 11:59 pm ET. For more information, visit
the NEA website.