Overview
- Task Force 250 and the America250 commission will coordinate events over the next year, spanning military parades to cultural showcases
- Key heritage projects like the National Garden of American Heroes and a nationwide time capsule are under development for completion by July 4, 2026
- Planning extends beyond U.S. borders with collaborations tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles
- The kickoff at the Iowa State Fairgrounds was hosted by America250 and featured remarks from White House and nonprofit officials highlighting state and private sector partnerships
- Preparatory work began under the 2016 Semiquincentennial Commission but shifted toward a MAGA-oriented narrative with the January establishment of Task Force 250