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.
Coca-Cola unveils limited-edition America250 cans for DC, Maryland and Virginia
Coca-Cola is releasing a limited edition lineup of state-specific cans to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
Coca-Cola is releasing a limited edition lineup of state-specific cans to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
Inside Tudor Place: A rare glimpse into Washington history
Tudor Place in Georgetown is showcasing rare artifacts tied to George and Martha Washington, including one of only three known letters between the couple.
Tudor Place in Georgetown is showcasing rare artifacts tied to George and Martha Washington, including one of only three known letters between the couple.
UFC Freedom 250: Match details at the White House in June
President Trump is hosting a UFC fight on White House grounds to celebrate his 80th birthday and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Here’s everything to know about the event.
President Trump is hosting a UFC fight on White House grounds to celebrate his 80th birthday and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Here’s everything to know about the event.
America 250: Celebrating the history in Baltimore
FOX 5 is continuing coverage of America's 250th in your hometown. This week, we are highlighting Baltimore. Our Gwen Tolbart is exploring some of its well-known spots and history.
FOX 5 is continuing coverage of America's 250th in your hometown. This week, we are highlighting Baltimore. Our Gwen Tolbart is exploring some of its well-known spots and history.
Celebrating America's 250th: Baltimore's Star-Spangled Banner Flag House
We’re gearing up for America’s 250th birthday by highlighting historic landmarks across the area. Our latest trip took us north to Baltimore, home of the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House!
We’re gearing up for America’s 250th birthday by highlighting historic landmarks across the area. Our latest trip took us north to Baltimore, home of the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House!
Austria's ambassador visits FOX 5 DC
Austrian Ambassador Petra Schneebauer to talk about the new exhibit called "The Sound of Ambition".
Austrian Ambassador Petra Schneebauer to talk about the new exhibit called "The Sound of Ambition".
Williamsburg gears up for America’s 250th with new archaeology center opening in 2026
Colonial Williamsburg is expanding ahead of America’s 250th celebration with a new archaeology center opening in April 2026.
Colonial Williamsburg is expanding ahead of America’s 250th celebration with a new archaeology center opening in April 2026.
America 250: CPKC railway unveils commemorative locomotive honoring nation's 250th anniversary
The Canadian Pacific Kansas City railway (CPKC) is honoring the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a commemorative America 250 locomotive.
The Canadian Pacific Kansas City railway (CPKC) is honoring the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a commemorative America 250 locomotive.
Freedom Plane National Tour brings founding documents to 8 cities for America 250
As part of America’s 250th birthday, some original founding-era documents are leaving Washington, D.C. together for the first time ever to go on a historic 8-city tour. Here are the details.
As part of America’s 250th birthday, some original founding-era documents are leaving Washington, D.C. together for the first time ever to go on a historic 8-city tour. Here are the details.
Historic items at Howard University
Fox 5 DC visited Howard University.
Fox 5 DC visited Howard University.
Exploring historic Howard University
Gwen Tolbart visited Howard University.
Gwen Tolbart visited Howard University.
In Your Hometown: Howard University
Fox 5 DC's Gwen Tolbart visited Howard University.
Fox 5 DC's Gwen Tolbart visited Howard University.
Air and Space Museum celebrating 50th anniversary with new galleries
Five new galleries will open on July 1, featuring interactive exhibits, WWII aircraft, the Hubble Space Telescope and more.
Five new galleries will open on July 1, featuring interactive exhibits, WWII aircraft, the Hubble Space Telescope and more.
America 250: Woodlawn Manor Museum
FOX 5’s Taylor Grenda visited Sandy Spring, Maryland to explore the Woodlawn Manor Museum and its deep ties to local history!
FOX 5’s Taylor Grenda visited Sandy Spring, Maryland to explore the Woodlawn Manor Museum and its deep ties to local history!
America 250: Greyhound launches travel hub with themed itineraries for travel to celebrations across US
As we get closer to celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Greyhound is making it easier to help those living in rural areas or without a vehicle to take part in celebrations across the country.
As we get closer to celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Greyhound is making it easier to help those living in rural areas or without a vehicle to take part in celebrations across the country.