250 Years in the Making

250 Years in the Making

250 Years in the Making

A Year of Celebration and Service

A Year of Celebration and Service

A Year of Celebration and Service

America 250 | UTAH

On July 4, 2026, Utahns will join the rest of the nation to commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. This year communities are gathering to reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look toward the future. 

America’s anniversary is an invitation for everyone to find ways to celebrate what brings us together and join in the planning. America250 Utah endeavors to spark unity, engagement, and education across Utah.


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Utah SHPO

Explore History on the Move with Read250!


Pair your reading with Walk250 — Utah’s challenge to walk 250 miles across the state. With free eBooks and audiobooks via the Libby app (accessible with a valid library card) you can listen and learn while hitting the trails, exploring your community, or taking a stroll around town. While most titles may have wait times, a select number are available for instant access, with options for every age.
Museum of Utah

3D Coin Design Contest


In honor of the United States' 250th anniversary, we invite you to embark on a creative journey! Design a unique 3D printable coin that captures the essence of one of Utah's 29 counties. This is your chance to showcase the rich history, vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, or powerful symbols that make each county special.

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Museum of Utah

Museum of Utah - Opening in 2026


The Museum of Utah will be Utah’s first state history museum. Located on Utah’s Capitol Complex, the museum will celebrate our unique history, culture and art through world-class exhibits, programming, and community spaces. The Museum of Utah will feature some of the most unique and precious objects from the Utah Historical Society's collection.
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America's Semiquincentennial

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The Founding Fathers

Preamble to the Declaration of Independence

Continental Congress, Philadelphia; July 4, 1776 
…We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness…

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