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America turns 250. 

Let’s go find the candles.

Looking for a history lesson that doesn’t feel like homework? You’ve found it. At 250history.com, the Semiquincentennial Series brings each state’s distinctive landmarks to center stage to tell their story - fast and fun.  

We’ve wandered through big cities, tiny towns, muddy trails, and neon-lit highways—uncovering 5,000 historic gems along the way.

The Semiquincentennial isn’t just a mouthful—it’s a reminder that history is alive, sometimes weird, and always waiting to be rediscovered. 

Whether you’re traveling by road, by printed page, or by imagination; whether you are a lifelong native or visiting for a week, we invite you to explore your state’s landmarks that illuminate the one-of-a-kind story waiting in each of America’s unique states.