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.
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.