America 250 - Columbus Metropolitan Library

Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday

America 250 is a national initiative designed to commemorate the 250th birthday of the United States, marking the date the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776. The commemoration aims to engage Americans in learning about the nation's history, achievements, and diverse cultural heritage over the course of this milestone.

Library Events

Resources

American Revolution Booklist. Check out this list of nonfiction books that delve into America’s history.

The American Revolution. Learn more about the American Revolution and how it changed the world through the new documentary from Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein & David Schmidt.

America 250-Ohio. Celebrate Ohio’s contributions to the U.S. 250th Birthday in 2026.

Fourth Grade History Pass. Participate in this special program that allows Ohio 4th grade students with the chance to attend participating history museums and historic sites free of charge, with a paid adult for the 2025-2026 school year.

Our Story Continues. Explore the Declaration of Independence and other founding documents from the National Constitution Center.

Ohio Revolutionary War Graves Project. Help identify, document, and map the final resting places of an estimated 7,000 Revolutionary War patriots buried in Ohio.

My History. Discover resources relating to the history of Central Ohio.

Columbus Metropolitan Library Online Exhibits. Explore 250+ years of Columbus history.