On July 4, America celebrates the Semiquincentennial – 7 syllables for 250th anniversary – of signing the Declaration of Independence.
Through a nationwide initiative known as “America 250,” the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) is leading all state events commemorating the nation’s birthday. The DNCR has distributed more than $2 million in grants to 74 of NC’s 100 counties for America250.
“Through events and celebrations across North Carolina, we want everyone to have an opportunity to participate in commemorating our shared history and shining a light on what makes North Carolina and its people so special. North Carolina’s stories are an important part of the American story,” said DNCR Secretary Pamela B. Cashwell…