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Our Shared Future: 250

In 2026, the United States of America turns 250 years old. The Smithsonian will celebrate the nation’s successes, contemplate the consequences of our history, commemorate the sacrifices of those who have worked to uphold the nation’s ideals, and ask Americans to commit to advancing our democracy and preserving our shared future.

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Culture of, by, and for the People

At the Smithsonian's Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage, we are embracing the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding by bringing the spirit of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival to you!

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Virtual volunteer opportunity with Smithsonian Wildlife: Our Shared Future 250

In honor of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America, the Smithsonian Wildlife team is conducting a camera trap survey along the historic Lewis & Clark trail to compare wildlife distributions then and now.

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