Which organization coordinates the official United States Semiquincentennial, known as America250?

The United States Semiquincentennial Commission coordinates the official United States Semiquincentennial, known as America250.

Congress created the commission to promote and coordinate the national commemoration of the 250th anniversary of American independence. Its work involves connecting federal, state, local, civic, educational, and cultural efforts.

The commission is distinct from individual museums, archives, and historical sites that conduct their own anniversary programming. It also differs from later White House initiatives created to organize additional birthday events.

The commission’s name uses the formal term for a 250th anniversary, while America250 is the more accessible public-facing label. Its role is national coordination rather than ownership of every local event.