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Veterans October 10

National Symphony Orchestra to open all of its Kennedy Center shows with the national anthem

Kennedy Center partners with Vet Tix to donate more than $100,000 in tickets to veterans, while the National Symphony Orchestra embraces patriotic programming.

VIDEO October 5

Trump marks Navy’s 250th anniversary aboard carrier with live-fire show

Fox News correspondent Lucas Tomlinson reports on President Donald Trump joining sailors and military leaders in Norfolk, Virgina for the Navy’s 250th anniversary celebration.

VIDEO October 4

Trump hosts massive Navy celebration marking 250 years of US dominance

U.S. Chief of Protocol Ambassador Monica Crowley joins ‘Fox & Friends Weekend’ to discuss President Donald Trump’s salute to the Navy’s 250th anniversary and the patriotic celebration in Norfolk.

Opinion October 1

Let's teach our kids why America is worth fighting for

New polling shows 82% of Americans support requiring high school graduates to pass a civics test, as education leaders plan curriculum reforms for 2026.

Opinion September 29

Philadelphia plans to raise the Chinese flag in a bizarre celebration of communism

Philadelphia plans to raise the Chinese Communist Party flag in a betrayal of American values, just a short distance from where Declaration of Independence was signed.

America 250 September 25

Ousted director says America250 leaders 'hate Trump more than they love America’ after firing for Kirk post

EXCLUSIVE: The former executive director of America’s 250th celebration claims the bipartisan commission fired him for honoring Charlie Kirk because leaders oppose President Donald Trump.

America 250 September 2

Trump’s America250 to create world’s largest US flag, taller than Empire State Building

President Donald Trump’s America250 organization will create the world’s largest American flag ahead of the semiquincentennial celebration on July 4, 2026, Fox News Digital has learned.

Opinion September 1

Labor Day celebration: How President Trump is creating a brighter future for American workers

Department of Labor announces $30 million in workforce training grants and 63 deregulatory actions as part of America's talent strategy to support skilled workers.

Donald Trump August 25

Trump to crack down on flag burning, desecration with executive order

President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order Aug. 25, 2025, cracking down on those who desecrate the American flag, including protesters who have burned Old Glory.

Quizzes August 24

American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on melon meccas and revolutionary roots

The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people. This time, test your knowledge of melon meccas and revolutionary roots.

VIDEO August 15

Must-have back to school items and practices

Lifestyle expert Limor Suss shares supplies, snacks and organizational tips for the new school year on 'Fox & Friends First.'

Donald Trump August 13

White House reviewing all Smithsonian museum, exhibit content before America 250 celebration in 2026

Smithsonian museums will be reviewed by the Trump administration ahead of America's 250th anniversary to ensure exhibits are historically accurate and showcasing exceptionalism.

Boston August 10

Founding Father’s historic property in Boston tourist district hits market with one intriguing secret

A historic Revolutionary War-era home once owned by John Hancock is up for sale in downtown Boston's Blackstone Block, the last surviving property tied to the Founding Father in the city.

Travel July 9

'America First' national parks plan from Trump slaps higher fees on foreign tourists

President Trump's new executive order aims to "Make America Beautiful Again" by raising national park fees for foreign visitors while maintaining affordability for American families.

Politics July 4

The Left is celebrating July 4 with protests while the Right sees a patriotic revival

As President Donald Trump is preparing for Independence Day celebrations, some leftists are planning to boycott July 4 affairs.

Donald Trump July 3

Trump touts promises kept at America250 kickoff event at Iowa State Fairgrounds

President Donald Trump touted "promise[s] kept" while delivering a patriotic speech in Iowa, kicking off America's yearlong celebration of its 250th anniversary of independence in 2026.

Donald Trump July 3

He's not running again in 2028, but Trump's returning to this crucial presidential nominating state

Trump visits Iowa State Fairgrounds for America250 kickoff, maintaining his strong relationship with the state while Republicans with 2028 presidential ambitions make early visits.

Iowa July 1

Trump announces he will kick off Independence Day weekend with 'very special' patriotic event

President Trump announced a visit to Iowa to kick off America's 250th anniversary celebration across the next year and to celebrate the holiday weekend.

Opinion June 18

SEAN DUFFY: Take a Great American Road Trip and rediscover our amazing country

Transportation Secretary invites Americans to explore the country through the great American road trip, featuring 250 destinations for the nation's 250th anniversary.

US protests June 14

Anti-Trump military parade demonstrations put major cities across America on high alert

Law enforcement is on high alert for Saturday's "No Kings Day" planned protests in response to Trump's controversial military parade in Washington D.C.

Donald Trump June 13

Heading to Trump’s military parade? Here’s everything you need to know

As the U.S. Army celebrates its 250th anniversary, hundreds of thousands of Americans are expected to converge on the nation’s capital to witness a massive Flag Day military parade.

White House June 10

Trump warns any potential protestors at his military parade will be ‘met with very big force’

President Donald Trump's military parade will include flyovers, military vehicles and other historical reenactments.

Travel June 6

Reagan National Airport to halt flights for Trump-hosted military parade next week

Flight operations at Ronald Reagan National Airport will be suspended during President Trump's military parade on June 14, which commemorates the Army's 250th birthday.

Trump's First 100 Days April 19

Trump White House releases video series leading up to America's 250th birthday: 'Road to Independence'

The White House launched a new video lecture series for President Donald Trump's planned year-long festivities commemorating America's 250th anniversary.

US April 19

‘One if by Land’: White House, Boston celebrates 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s midnight ride

Paul Revere’s midnight ride was commemorated with an official White House statement and video on Friday, while in Boston Revere rode again.

Washington DC March 10

DC to begin reconstructing Black Lives Matter Plaza

Crews from the District Department of Transportation will begin working on what is currently the Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, D.C. on Monday.

Washington DC March 5

DC Black Lives Matter Plaza to get new look, replace street mural as part of 'evolution'

Washington D.C.'s Black Lives Matter Plaza will soon have the iconic yellow letters painted over and be renamed, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced on Tuesday.

Patriotism March 19, 2024

'America's Field Trip' to send students to nation's top landmarks for 'unforgettable experiences'

A contest called “America's Field Trip" is now open to students across the U.S. now through May, offering a chance to win field trips to a number of iconic and historic sites nationwide.

Lifestyle September 1, 2023

America will be celebrating its 250th birthday and everyone's invited: 'Be inspired for our country's future'

The 250th anniversary of America's founding takes place on July 4, 2026, and plans are well underway. Fox News Digital talked to Rosie Rios, chair of The U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission.

Media July 5, 2021

Washington Post columnist: It will be 'harder' to celebrate America's 250th birthday

The Washington Post recently published a piece that discussed the upcoming 250th celebration of America’s independence.