The I.N.H.A. Staff Blog

National Parks Week : August 22 – 30, 2026

Join us in celebrating and commemorating the stories, places, and people of the National Park Service! Each year parks and programs across the country work together to observe annual events, significant anniversaries, and other celebrations. Some are one-day events, such as our birthday. Others, like National Park Week, last several days. Still others commemorate significant milestones. During these events, we hold special programs across the country and invite you to participate.

We also honor our volunteers, partners, and employees for the great work they do. Their dedication and diversity of skills and talents are unmatched. It is our privilege to recognize and celebrate their outstanding achievements.

Happy Semiquincentennial

**America’s 250th Anniversary: The Semiquincentennial**

On July 4, 2026, the United States celebrates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This nationwide commemoration, led by the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission and America250.org, invites Americans everywhere to reflect on our shared history, honor the contributions of past and present generations, and unite around the ideals of liberty and resilience that define our nation.

From local block parties and major events like the Great American State Fair on the National Mall to commemorative coins, volunteer service projects, and cultural celebrations across all 50 states, the year-long observance is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate the enduring American story.

Learn more and get involved at [america250.org](https://america250.org/). πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ