US 250 Toolkits

19th News: Resources for Helping Teach K-12 Students About America’s 250th

  • Article about teaching the full scope of American history during the 250th

     

American Association for State and Local History: 250th Anniversary Program Handbook

  • Free low-cost program examples for any organization to use

 

American Association for State and Local History: Additional Planning Resources

  • Click on the “Planning Resources” Tab for additional resource kits, webinar recordings, technical leaflets, and more.

     

American Association for State and Local History: Making History at 250: The Field Guide for the Semiquincentennial

  • Free guide with themes to connect your museum content with the commemoration.

 

History Co:Lab and Made By Us: Youth 250 Toolkit

  • Free toolkit to help look at the mindset and needs of youth from 10 - 30 years old, tips and ideas to engage them, and opportunities to connect with a youth bureau to receive guidance and input before you put your plans into action.

 

Humanities Kansas: Declaration Conversations Toolkits – available January 2026

  • Free online kit to help you host your own conversation about the Declaration of Independence, including a PowerPoint, discussion questions, and copies of the Declaration.

            

The Smithsonian Magazine: 250 Places to Celebrate America

  • Use this resource to map ways to celebrate the American spirit across the country.

     

US Chamber of Commerce Foundation: 250th Celebration for Business Playbook

  • A guide for… “organizations of all sizes [to] plan inclusive, nonpartisan celebrations that educate, engage, and inspire.”  Scalable ideas for different capacities and budgets, whether you are looking for year-long programs or a single event.