America 250

America 250 Day Camp

Explore the “American Experience” and share your predictions for the future at a Birthday Party for America. Grades 4 & 5.

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America’s Eras Day Camp

Journey with us from America’s past to its future through crafts, games, and visits to historic sites.

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An Overview of Montauk

Montauk was the home of Governor William Larrabee. Learn about recent research at the site and details about the Larrabee family.

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Pleasant Hill Cemetery Walk

June 14 Cemetery Walk and Open House at Pleasant Hill memorial Cemetery.

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2026 Iowa State Fair

From August 13 to 23, 2026, get ready to show your “Fair Spirit” with a theme fit for a once-in-a-generation celebration.

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All 934 Iowa towns collage

Sons of the American Revolution is collecting a photograph of every Iowa city and town for a combined collage of all 934 in Iowa.

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Freedom Festival

The Freedom Festival celebrates its 43rd year in 2025 while helping kick off America’s 250th birthday with the theme “Let’s Party Like It’s 1776.”

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Barnyard Readers: America’s Flag

Preschoolers and their adults will read “F Is for Flag” and “Why Are There Stripes on the Flag?”

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Barnyard Readers: Paul Revere’s Ride

Preschoolers and their adults will read “Paul Revere’s Ride: Fly on the Wall History,” participate in an activity based on the book, and visit a historic site.

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Barnyard Readers: America Before 1776

Preschoolers and their adults will read “The Voyageur’s Paddle,” participate in an activity based on the book, and visit a historic site.

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Barnyard Readers: Washington’s Birthday

Preschoolers and their adults will read “Dear Mr. Washington,” participate in an activity based on the book, and visit a historic site.

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Iowa State Fair Veterans Parade

The Annual Iowa State Fair Veterans Parade's theme is "America 250" and will showcase Iowa Veterans and Veteran Service Organizations.

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