Find a statewide lineup of events throughout Kansas for America's 250th birthday. Look for traveling exhibits, special celebrations at museums, nature challenges, and even scavenger hunts to search for some of the state's symbols!
Welcome to Per Aspera, a Kansas history podcast from the Kansas 250 Commission telling the stories of the people and places of Kansas that connect to themes in the Declaration of Independence. Listen online for free at perasperapodcast.com or on your favorite podcast app.
The Kansas 250 Box is Here!
What's Inside the Box
Box Contents: Honey from Green Valley Honey (Manhattan); chocolate wine sauce from Cocoavino (Olathe); kettle corn from Schlaegel's Popcorn (Whiting); Sandhill Plum jelly from Bruce's Bulleye Farms (Leon); beeswax lip balm from Reeder Creek Farm (Clay Center); burger seasoning from PatDaddy's (Wichita); and a From the Land of Kansas branded measuring spoon.
The State Library of Kansas has launched the Kansas 250 Bookshelf to run in conjunction with America 250, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The Kansas 250 Bookshelf features books about Kansas or written by Kansans that have been…
Join the year-long celebration of America's 250th birthday in 2026 with the Kansas Outdoor Recreation Challenge. The Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks invites you to take part in a year-long adventure across our state’s public lands. Whether you're a seasoned hiker, curious…
America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join one another to share a communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
The National Council for History Education (NCHE) is pleased to announce the selection of 50 educators to participate in the Learning Independence and Nationhood in Kansas Schools (LINKS) program.
The Eisenhower Foundation and IKEducation is offering educators the opportunity to receive a free U.S. flag along with many resources to enhance student understanding and appreciation for the symbol of our country.
Humanities Kansas has Announced the hosts of the National Declaration of Independence Exhibition in 2026
The Kansas Volunteer Commission in collaboration with Kansas 250, is looking for organizations that are in need of volunteers to participate in the 9/11 Commemoration Day of Service on Sept. 11th, 2026