National Initiatives to Engage the Public
National Initiatives to engage the public
There are many national initiatives that help to inform the public and allow you to take an active part in your community and government.
Across the United States, organizations, museums, educators, and civic groups are launching initiatives that inform, inspire, and invite participation. These national efforts align closely with the mission of the New Mexico Semi-Quincentennial Commission by helping residents learn, connect, and take part in shaping this historic commemoration.
Get Involved
The 250th anniversary is not only about reflection, it is about action. Across the country, communities are creating opportunities for people to participate directly through service, arts, heritage, and civic engagement.
Our American Story
Our American Story is a storytelling project to collect and preserve our nation’s unique stories. We’re on a historic journey to collect the largest archive of American stories ever created.
America Gives
America Gives is an initiative that challenges businesses, non-profits, schools, youth groups, faith-based networks, and organizations of all kinds to commit to increasing their level of volunteering and impact starting on January 1, 2026. Together, we will build on America’s legacy of giving back and inspire a renewed culture of service for years to come.
America Waves
An initiative designed to create moments for all Americans to come together with their communities, to wave their American flags, celebrate America’s 250th, and honor the contributions of those who brought us to where we are today.
Stay Informed
National programs are working to make America’s founding history and ongoing story more accessible than ever. Through digital collections, exhibitions, educational toolkits, and public programming, these initiatives provide reliable resources for individuals, families, and educators.
Hawai‘i’s America250 Celebration
On July 4, 2026, the United States will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence — a milestone known as America250. Though separated by ocean, Hawai‘i stands united with the nation in marking this historic occasion. Throughout 2025 and 2026, communities across the islands will reflect on our shared past, celebrate our diverse heritage, and honor our veterans and ancestors through events grounded in local culture and the Spirit of Aloha.
America's Potluck - Utah
July 5, 2026
America’s Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
My America
MY AMERICA is a nationwide, youth-driven art and civic engagement campaign that will honor our past, reflect on our present, and inspire our future. Through artistic expression, civic action, and public commemoration, MY AMERICA will empower young people across all 50 states to reflect on what unity, democracy, and being American means today by creating a large mosaic of an American flag made up of thousands of individual tiles with messages, drawings, poems.
National Mall Gateway
This digital platform connects students and teachers to the National Mall – from the classroom to the Reflecting Pool. We are continually enhancing our site – with exciting educational activities for all ages coming soon.
National Organizers
