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Book Series
Three beautifully curated volumes of American heroes, values & history.
Launching October 28th, 2026
Web App
An incredible treasure hunt across the USA and daily content and quizzes
Institutions
Connecting citizens to museums, libraries & civic organisations.
Community
Building a national movement that outlasts the anniversary.
OUR VISION
A National Civic Awakening
250 Days for 250 Years is a national civic awakening for America's Semiquincentennial. We aim to tell America's story in a fresh, unifying, and accessible way — creating a shared cultural journey across every state.
Through daily short-form content, storytelling, values, and local history, we engage citizens and reconnect them with libraries, museums, and their own heritage — building a national community that endures long beyond 2027.
THE WEB APP
50 Day Countdown to Day 1
The Largest Treasure Hunt in American History
Our web app allows you to participate in the largest Treasure Hunt in American History as well as keep up with the daily content and quizzes
Daily Journey
Experience history unfolding day by day with curated stories from 1776 to 2026.
Leaderboards
See where you are on the national leaderboards, yourself, your town and your state
Daily Quizzes
Test yourself with daily quizzes to earn points for yourself, your town, and your state.
Prizes
With your points, earn great prizes. The more points you get, the more prizes you earn!
Civic Treasure Hunt
Visit 50 civic sites in your states. The geolocator will award points on arrival, 2500 sites in all across America
Cultural Connection
Participate in a shared national cultural journey across all fifty states.
One Day. One Year. One Story.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The 250-day journey from 1776 to 2026 gives one day of learning for each year of America's history. American history is featured every day, while a five-day cycle rotates through five additional themes. Before each five-day block, a dedicated state introduction day celebrates one of the 50 states in the order they joined the union.
1
Life
An inspiring American biography - the remarkable lives that shaped the nation's character.
2
Liberty
A story of courage and determination — the individuals who expanded freedom for all.
3
Happiness
Stories to warm every American heart — celebrating joy, resilience, and community bonds.
4
American Values
The values of our nation — exploring the principles that have guided America through every era.
5
Moments in Time
The moments that changed a nation — pivotal turning points in science, culture, and politics.
Daily
American History
Highlights of one day each year — weaving together the grand tapestry of 250 years.
Every 5 Days
State Spotlight
Before each five-day block, a dedicated page celebrates each one of the 50 states — in the order they joined the union.
"America enters its 250th year at a time of deep division, declining civic literacy, and fragmentation of national identity. The semiquincentennial is an opportunity to unify the country around the enduring values that remind us who we are and what we can achieve together."
— 250 Days for 250 Years
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
Nationwide Reach
Developed in close collaboration with leading museums, educational, religious and civic organisations, academic institutions and prominent American corporate partners.
120K+
U.S. Schools
17K+
Public Libraries
35K+
Museums & Historic Institutions
50
States & Every Congressional District
VOLUME 1
1776 - 1860
From the Declaration of Independence through revolution, expansion, and the gathering storm of a divided nation.
VOLUME 2
1861 - 1940
Civil War, Reconstruction, industrialisation, two world wars and the great social movements that forged a modern America.
VOLUME 3
1941 - 2026
From World War II to the moon landing, civil rights, the digital revolution and America's 250th anniversary.
THE 250 FOR 250 BOOK
Three Volumes. Fifty States,
250 days, 250 Years of History.
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Three beautifully curated volumes of American heroes, values, and history — ideal for homes, classrooms, and public institutions alike.
Daniel Shakhani
CO-FOUNDER
Charles Savenor
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF CIVIC SPIRIT
Andrew Shaw
FOUNDER & CEO
CO-FOUNDED BY
The People Behind the Movement
In Partnership With
250 YEARS OF HISTORY — 250 DAYS OF STORIES