America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
America 250 The American Dream Stories
America 250 Scientific Breakthroughs
America 250 American Invention
America 250 Cultural Icons
America 250 Engineering Marvels
America 250 Everyday Heroes
America 250 Space Exploration Today
America 250 Connecting the Nation
America 250 The American Symphony
America 250 Triumphs in Sports
America 250 The Power of the Vote
America 250 Everyday Acts of Kindness
Events in Your Area
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May 7 - august 2, 2026
The Spirit of Independence at the Grand Rapids Art Museum -
May 23 - October 26, 2026
"Waltzing with the Queen" exhibit at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum -
May 23 - September 5, 2026
"AIM HIGH: American Dreams of Flight" exhibit at Grand Rapids Children's Museum -
July 4, 2026
Muskegon 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks -
July 4, 2026
Be the People 4th of July Celebration -
July 4, 2026
White Lake Area 4th of July Parade -
July 4, 2026
Grand Rapids Fireworks -
July 4, 2026
10th Annual Independence Day Heykoop Veteran Memorial Car Show
Events In Your Area
America 250: The Stories
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How Jiffy Mix grew from a Depression-era recipe to national staple
Chelsea Milling Company, the family-owned maker of Jiffy Mix, opened its doors to Scripps News for a behind-the-scenes look at how a Great Depression-era recipe became an American staple.
Support pours in for Trufant man's Purple Heart plaque project
After FOX 17 featured Doug Pickel's passion to honor Purple Heart recipients, neighbors from across West Michigan and even beyond have reached out to order more of his hand-made plaques. The response exceeded anything he expected, said Pickel.
Band marks 106 years of patriotic music as US prepares for 250th birthday
The Holland American Legion Band has been using music to honor the United States for more than a century — and as the country prepares to mark its 250th anniversary, the about 100-member ensemble is showing no signs of slowing down.
Ford Museum celebrates America's 250th with new bicentennial exhibit.
The Gerald R. Ford Museum in Grand Rapids is celebrating America's 250th with a brand-new bicentennial exhibit.
Most Americans think founders would be disappointed in today’s US
As celebrations begin, many Americans feel the signers of the Declaration of Independence would be disappointed with how the U.S. has turned out.
How a Michigan town helped launch recreational power boating in America
The father of recreational boating came from a small town in Michigan. 🚤 Learn how Christopher Smith's Chris-Craft changed the water — and American summers — forever.
