The U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission uses the branding “America250” for its anniversary work. The name refers to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the founding-era events commemorated in 2026.
“Semiquincentennial” means a 250th anniversary: “semi-” indicates half, while “quincentennial” refers to 500 years. The United States’ semiquincentennial falls on July 4, 2026, 250 years after the Declaration was adopted in 1776.
The commission was established by Congress to coordinate national observances and encourage participation across the country. Its America250 identity appears in public programs, educational initiatives, commemorative activities, and promotional materials. The America250 Foundation has also supported planning and outreach connected with the celebration.
The branding is not the same as “USA 1776” or “Freedom 250.” Those phrases may sound plausible as patriotic labels, but America250 is the commission’s recognizable campaign name. The anniversary also has a separate official commemorative coin and medal program, so America250 should be understood as the event’s public-facing brand rather than the name of a single artifact.