National Mall Fourth of July fireworks aiming to break world record for America 250
Organizers say the display will go on for 30 minutes, and feature more than 800,000 fireworks
Organizers say the display will go on for 30 minutes, and feature more than 800,000 fireworks
Spotlight on Mary McLeod Bethune Council House
America is just months away from celebrating its 250th birthday, and FOX 5’s Stephanie Ramirez was on a FOX 5 Field Trip to highlight a home that played a major role in the early civil rights movement.
America is just months away from celebrating its 250th birthday, and FOX 5’s Stephanie Ramirez was on a FOX 5 Field Trip to highlight a home that played a major role in the early civil rights movement.
America 250: Boots of Honor memorial to visit Tennessee in tribute to service members killed since 9/11
Memories of Honor, a Franklin, Tennessee non-profit dedicated to the mission of making every day Memorial Day has partnered with America 250 to bring ‘Boots of Honor’ to Tennessee to honor all U.S. service members killed since 9/11.
Memories of Honor, a Franklin, Tennessee non-profit dedicated to the mission of making every day Memorial Day has partnered with America 250 to bring ‘Boots of Honor’ to Tennessee to honor all U.S. service members killed since 9/11.
America 250: A mother's poignant letter to her son who would later become president
Nearly five decades before her son would become president of the United States – and a decade before she would become first lady – Abigail Adams penned a poignant letter to her 11-year-old son John Quincy Adams.
Nearly five decades before her son would become president of the United States – and a decade before she would become first lady – Abigail Adams penned a poignant letter to her 11-year-old son John Quincy Adams.
America 250: Gold Star mothers head to Europe to collect 'sacred soil' to honor service and sacrifice
As the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, a group of Gold Star mothers have embarked on a trip to Europe to collect "sacred soil" from ground made hallowed by the courage and sacrifice of service members
As the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, a group of Gold Star mothers have embarked on a trip to Europe to collect "sacred soil" from ground made hallowed by the courage and sacrifice of service members
Celebrating America 250 at Willard InterContinental
FOX5DC's Annie Mae explores the history of one of the district's top hotels, Willard InterContinental, as part of the DMV spotlights in preparation for America 250.
FOX5DC's Annie Mae explores the history of one of the district's top hotels, Willard InterContinental, as part of the DMV spotlights in preparation for America 250.
America 250: Celebrating the history in Spotsylvania
We're traveling through the DMV as we countdown to America's 250th birthday. Here's a look at Spotsylvania County.
We're traveling through the DMV as we countdown to America's 250th birthday. Here's a look at Spotsylvania County.
America 250: Southwest Airlines unveils Independence One to celebrate the nation's founding
Independence One will make its first flight Wednesday, heading from the company’s hometown of Dallas to the place where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed, Philadelphia.
Independence One will make its first flight Wednesday, heading from the company’s hometown of Dallas to the place where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed, Philadelphia.
America 250: Students in grades 3-12 invited to enter American hero student art contest
Students in grades 3–12 in all 50 states and the six U.S. territories are invited to enter the Freedom 250 American Heroes Student Art Contest.
Students in grades 3–12 in all 50 states and the six U.S. territories are invited to enter the Freedom 250 American Heroes Student Art Contest.
Leonardtown, Maryland spotlight ahead of America 250
FOX 5 DC's Annie Mae highlights historic Leonardtown in Maryland as part of the countdown to America's 250th anniversary.
FOX 5 DC's Annie Mae highlights historic Leonardtown in Maryland as part of the countdown to America's 250th anniversary.
America 250: US Postal Service releases 'Figures of the American Revolution' forever stamps
Last July, the United States Postal Service (USPS) started a yearlong celebration to honor 250 years of serving the American public and America’s independence. As part of the celebration, USPS has released "Figures of the American Revolution" forever stamps.
Last July, the United States Postal Service (USPS) started a yearlong celebration to honor 250 years of serving the American public and America’s independence. As part of the celebration, USPS has released "Figures of the American Revolution" forever stamps.
Trump reading Bible verse from Oval Office in marathon event
President Trump will take part in a marathon Bible reading event that celebrates 250 years of the Bible in America. Several other politicians and leaders from his administration will be reading verses as well.
President Trump will take part in a marathon Bible reading event that celebrates 250 years of the Bible in America. Several other politicians and leaders from his administration will be reading verses as well.
Trump's 'Triumphal Arch' under review Thursday after controversial renderings revealed
President Donald Trump's proposal for a 250-foot “Triumphal Arch" has come under fire, and now it has to face federal review.
President Donald Trump's proposal for a 250-foot “Triumphal Arch" has come under fire, and now it has to face federal review.
Celebrating America 250 in historic Fredericksburg, Virginia
We're spotlighting historic Fredericksburg, Virginia as we count down the days to celebrate America's 250th birthday. FOX 5's Annie Mae and Jennifer Delgado give you an inside look.
We're spotlighting historic Fredericksburg, Virginia as we count down the days to celebrate America's 250th birthday. FOX 5's Annie Mae and Jennifer Delgado give you an inside look.
Great American State Fair coming to DC: Everything you need to know
Freedom 250 announced on Wednesday that the Great American State Fair will run from June 25 through July 10, spanning from the U.S. Capitol to the Washington Monument.
Freedom 250 announced on Wednesday that the Great American State Fair will run from June 25 through July 10, spanning from the U.S. Capitol to the Washington Monument.
DC kicks off week-long celebration for America 250
D.C. officials are kicking off a massive week of celebrations for America’s 250th birthday this week. A star-studded concert lineup today, alongside a schedule of free events. FOX 5’S Gwen Tolbart is in Northwest to tell us more.
D.C. officials are kicking off a massive week of celebrations for America’s 250th birthday this week. A star-studded concert lineup today, alongside a schedule of free events. FOX 5’S Gwen Tolbart is in Northwest to tell us more.
Zac Brown Band headlining UFC Fan Fest ahead of White House fight
The heavyweight headliner for the UFC Freedom 250 Fan Fest this summer has officially been announced.
The heavyweight headliner for the UFC Freedom 250 Fan Fest this summer has officially been announced.
National Zoo offers up-close look at iconic U.S. species
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo is highlighting native species like sea lions and brown pelicans as part of America’s 250th celebration.
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo is highlighting native species like sea lions and brown pelicans as part of America’s 250th celebration.
Inside the National Zoo’s American Trail exhibit
At the Smithsonian’s National Zoo, visitors can explore the American Trail and learn how animals like beavers help shape ecosystems.
At the Smithsonian’s National Zoo, visitors can explore the American Trail and learn how animals like beavers help shape ecosystems.
Proposed redesign would reshape DCs Pennsylvania Avenue
New renderings reveal a sweeping proposal to transform Pennsylvania Avenue, including changes to Freedom Plaza, bike lanes and public spaces. The plan aims to create a grand, European-style boulevard as part of broader efforts to reshape Washington, D.C.’s iconic landmarks.
New renderings reveal a sweeping proposal to transform Pennsylvania Avenue, including changes to Freedom Plaza, bike lanes and public spaces. The plan aims to create a grand, European-style boulevard as part of broader efforts to reshape Washington, D.C.’s iconic landmarks.