In 2025, three of the armed forces of the United States will be commemorating their semiquincentennials and VA250 is doing its part in honoring the 250 years that these branches of the military have been defending our nation.
June 14, 1775
Army 250th Birthday Ceremony
Friday, June 13, 2025
Virginia War Memorial
Please join the American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250) at The Virginia War Memorial in Richmond for a special ceremony honoring the 250th anniversary of the founding the U.S. Army. This event is free and open to the public. U.S. Army active duty, veterans, and family members are invited to Veterans Hall for a reception following the program.
Exhibit at the National Museum of the United States Army
The National Museum of the United States Army is showcasing a special exhibit titled Call To Arms: The Soldier and the Revolutionary War, opening June 2025. Experience the sights and sounds of the American Revolution through the personal stories of the men and women who fought it.
Curated to commemorate the Army’s 250th birthday in 2025 and our nation’s independence in 2026, this landmark 5,000 sq. ft. exhibit will include a rare collection of Revolutionary War artifacts from the original colonies, England, France and Canada, accompanied by Soldier stories of our nation’s first veterans.
Upcoming Events
250th Celebration of Washington Taking CommandCelebrate the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army and the historic moment when George Washington took command of the United States Army. Visit an 18th-... Read More
Generations Event at CulpeperCome learn about Revolutionary War history, the Culpeper Minutemen and the road to independence! Race to get ready, march like a soldier, wear a trico... Read More
Celebrate the 250th Birthday of the US Army!Celebrate the 250th birthday of the US Army at the Virginia War Museum! We'll have a mini-exhibit about the founding of the Army, special Army artifac... Read More
Washington Takes CommandTwo hundred and fifty years ago, in June 1775, George Washington took command of the newly formed Continental Army. What made him qualified? His exper... Read More
The Hite and Bowman Families in the Virginia Continental LineGabriel Neville will speak about "The Hite and Bowman Families in the Virginia Continental Line" in honor of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Ame... Read More
October 13, 1775
The U.S. Navy is planning a series of events in 2025 across the nation to inform and engage audiences on how the Navy safeguards U.S. national security, supports our Allies and partners, and remains essential to sustaining America’s prosperity and protecting U.S. interests around the globe.
Upcoming Events
U.S. Navy Concert Band - MCHF Summer Concert SeriesJoin us on July 24 at 7PM, as the United States Navy Concert Band performs at the National Museum of the Marine Corps! The United States Navy Conce... Read More
LUNCH & LEARN: Happy Birthday, U.S. Navy!Today—in advance of the October 13 anniversary—we recognize the beginning of the United States Navy with the story of Isle of Wight Coun... Read More
250 Years of U.S. Navy MedicineThis lecture is number three of a four-part speaker series from the Friends of the Naval Shipyard Museum. This lecture will focus on 250 Years of U.S.... Read More
250 Years of Service to the U.S. NavyThis lecture is the last lecture of a four-part speaker series from the Friends of the Naval Shipyard Museum. This lecture with talk about the 250 Yea... Read More
November 10, 1775
The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation is planning a series of events nationwide to honor the legacy of the men and women who have served throughout the past 250 years.
Marine Corps Base Quantico Band - MCHF Summer Concert SeriesJoin us on June 26th at 7PM, as our Summer Concert Series kicks off with Marine Corps Base Quantico Band performing at the National Museum of the Mari... Read More
April 24 – 27, 2025
The Virginia Arts Festival partnered with the VA250 Commission to put on an event that featured an incredible international cast of civilian and military performers. This Tattoo included an emotional and grateful tribute to the United States Army, Navy and Marine Corps on the occasion of their 250th birthdays. With stirring music and presentations, tributes from U.S. military bands and appearances by special guests, this Tattoo reminded us that as Americans, we have lived under a blanket of freedom woven by the service and sacrifice of our fellow citizen soldiers for 250 years.
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