Topic: semiquincentennial 250th
What Philly Really Needs in 2026
A Philadelphia tourism and cultural marketer argues for a different type of legacy for the city’s celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary
By Bill Gehrman
Can We Still Throw an Epic 250th Birthday Party?
So far, Philadelphia’s schemes to celebrate the nation’s Semiquincentennial have had their fair share of setbacks and doubters. Is it too late to make next year’s celebration of America our best yet?
By Courtney DuChene
Late for the Party — or Right on Time?
Philadelphia doesn't need to celebrate our 250th with monuments, says the director of Philly Truce. Let’s do it with a movement that shows the world what we’re about
By Mazzie Casher
Countdown to the 250th
The second annual pep rally for Philadelphia’s celebration of the country’s semiquincentennial is a fundraiser and party for planning our country’s birthday bash
By Lauren McCutcheon
PHILADELPHIA250’s “Leave a Legacy” Kickoff Workshop
Planning has begun for Philly’s celebration of the 250th anniversary of American independence. An event next week will launch a citywide search for ways to memorialize the event by the people, for all the people
By Jessica Blatt Press