Which federal body, established in 2016, coordinates the national commemoration known as America250?

The United States Semiquincentennial Commission, established in 2016, coordinates the national commemoration known as America250.

Congress created the commission to plan and promote observances of the 250th anniversary of American independence. The commission’s work covers national programs, partnerships, educational efforts, and coordination with state, local, tribal, and territorial organizations.

America250 is also used by the nonprofit organization that supports the commission’s public-facing work. This arrangement means the commission and the America250 brand are closely connected but are not exactly the same legal entity.

The commission’s role is broader than organizing a single ceremony on July 4, 2026. A semiquincentennial is a national, multi-year observance, so planning includes historical interpretation, public participation, service, cultural programs, and preservation of stories about the country’s past and future.