On July 4, 2026, our nation will celebrate a significant milestone: 250 years of American Independence. This pivotal moment offers an opportunity to reflect on our country's past, cultivate a renewed appreciation for American history, explore the beauty of our nation, and ignite a spirit of adventure and innovation that will elevate our country to new heights for generations to come.

As part of the National Archives and Record Administration's Freedom 250 initiative, the FDR Presidential Library and Museum is offering a series of special events and exhibitions, while highlighting many of the Revolutionary period documents and artifacts in our collections. The Library is pleased to bring the stories and lessons of America's semiquincentennial to the forefront of our public offerings.