Gov. Lee Announces Year-Long America 250 Celebration Across Tennessee
Unveils “The Original Frontier” theme, kicks off 95-county tour with events honoring Tennessee Agriculture
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced a year-long, statewide America 250 celebration and unveiled a commemorative poster – titled “Tennessee: The Original Frontier” – that highlights the iconic people, places and events that define Tennessee’s contributions to America. The Governor will visit all 95 counties to mark this milestone with Tennesseans beginning on July 1, 2025, with a Farmland Preservation Tour across all Three Grand Divisions to honor Tennessee’s deep agricultural heritage.
“This week marks the beginning of a special time for our country and state as we approach the 250th anniversary of American independence,” said Gov. Lee. “One of Tennessee’s greatest contributions to America’s success is the strength of our agricultural industry, and I’m proud to honor our rich heritage and commitment to ensuring family farms are preserved for future generations by signing the Farmland Preservation Act.”
Prints of the “Tennessee: The Original Frontier” commemorative poster will be available at America 250 events throughout the year. The poster was designed by renowned artist Justin Helton of Knoxville, who designed the posters for Tennessee’s 225th statehood celebration in 2021…