America250
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Valley Forge Hosts Free July 4 Celebration for America’s 250th Anniversary
When George Washington’s Continental Army camped at Valley Forge in the winter of 1777, the survival of the American experiment was far from certain. This…
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Delco Mummers Designer Creates ‘Liberty Beret’ for America’s 250th, Benefiting Mummers Against Cancer
For more than 50 years, James May has stitched sequins and feathers into the costumes that strut down Broad Street every New Year’s Day. Now…
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Firstrust Bank Launches America250-Themed Checking Promotion with Chance to Win Philadelphia Getaway
As excitement continues to build around America’s 250th anniversary, Firstrust Bank is giving locals another way to connect with the historic milestone through a new…
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“An American Dream” Debuts at Longwood Gardens June 25 with Symphonic Salute to America250
The making of the Brandywine Valley Symphony’s commissioned patriotic piece for America250, An American Dream by Iowa composer Aaron Fullan, was “a genuine serendipity,” in…
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Montgomery County Is America’s Next Great Tourism Destination — And the 250th Is Just the Beginning
Montgomery County has long been one of the Mid-Atlantic’s best-kept secrets. But as the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the region is stepping…
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Delaware County Leadership: Peter Seibert, President and CEO, Independence Seaport Museum
Peter Seibert, President and CEO of Independence Seaport Museum, spoke with DELCO Today about growing up as the token Protestant in a Catholic school in…
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West Chester University to Host International Marching Band Championships During America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary in 2026, West Chester University will welcome an international showcase of music, culture, and competition when the…
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PHL Prepares for Biggest Summer in 81-Year History Ahead of FIFA World Cup and America250
Philadelphia International Airport is bracing for the biggest summer in its 81-year history, and the numbers alone tell only part of the story, according to…
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Historic Rock Ford Leads Lancaster’s Role as an America250 Epicenter
As the nation gears up to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence, one historic site in Lancaster is stepping into the spotlight as a…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Named Premier Sponsor of Valley Forge America250 and Park’s 50th Anniversary Celebrations
A historic year is coming to one of the Delaware Valley’s most important Revolutionary War landmarks. In 2026, Valley Forge National Historical Park will host…
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Ursinus College Launches America250 Tuition Promise for Montgomery County
As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Ursinus College is investing in the next generation right here in Montco. Beginning in fall 2026,…
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As Philadelphia Celebrates America250, Firstrust Bank Reflects on Its Historic First in Pennsylvania
As Philadelphia prepares to celebrate America250, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the city’s long tradition of leadership, innovation, and…
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Hilton Garden Inn Media Opening Next Week in Middletown
The Hilton Garden Inn Media hotel at the former Franklin Mint complex is opening next week and is taking reservations for Dec. 22 and beyond,…
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Travel + Leisure Names Philadelphia Among 50 Best Places to Travel in 2026 for Food and Drink
As people continue brainstorming or finalizing travel plans for 2026, Travel + Leisure Editors have compiled a list of options and Philadelphia made the top…
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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Hosts December Events
December at the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is busy, with events that will spark ideas, strengthen networks, and bring a little holiday magic to…
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Mayor Lillian DeBaptiste ’74 to Deliver WCU’s 2025 Dr. Clifford E. DeBaptiste Frederick Douglass Institute Lecture
The Honorable Lillian DeBaptiste ’74, Mayor of the Borough of West Chester, will deliver the Sixth Annual Dr. Clifford E. DeBaptiste Frederick Douglass Institute Lecture on Thursday,…
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Gather Place to Host “A Special Evening to Remember the Ladies!”
Gather Place is proud to announce, “A Special Evening to Remember the Ladies!”—a Victorian-era inspired fundraiser and the launch of its America 250th programs. The…
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Delaware County Leadership: Susan Hamley, Executive Director, Chester County Tourism
Susan Hamley, Executive Director of Chester County Tourism, spoke with DELCO Today about growing up on the North Side of Chicago, cheering for the Cubs,…
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