Author: Hizam Ongca

As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday in 2026, communities around the country are marking the anniversary with special events that honor American history and bring people together.

In the coming months, an earth-shaking revolution that turned the world upside-down 250 years ago will be celebrated in grand style throughout the land, creating special opportunities for history-themed tour programs.

Sticking around for 250 years is an impressive accomplishment. In 2026, the United States will mark this quarter-millennium moment with a year-long commemoration unlike anything we’ve seen before.

As we approach the upcoming Semiquincentennial in 2026, consider yourself lucky to be a part of something remarkably historic.

The Southern states have played a pivotal and complex role in shaping the history of the United States, leaving legacies that span politics, culture, economics, and social progress.