Which federal body coordinates the United States’ 250th-anniversary commemoration?

The United States Semiquincentennial Commission coordinates the United States’ 250th-anniversary commemoration.

Congress created the commission through legislation enacted in 2016. Its mandate is to promote and coordinate observances of the semiquincentennial, working with federal agencies, states, local communities, cultural organizations, and private partners.

The commission’s public-facing identity is closely associated with America250, which serves as the campaign and branding framework for many anniversary activities. The commission is a congressional body, not a replacement for the National Archives, the National Park Service, or the original Continental Congress.

Its organization has changed over time. The original enabling law was amended in 2020, including changes to membership and funding provisions. The commission’s work is scheduled to end on December 31, 2027, after the main 2026 anniversary year and related follow-up activity.