With the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence coming up in 2026, the State of Connecticut has created the Connecticut Commission as part of the national “America 250” program to celebrate that event.

In the spirit of participatory democracy, the Connecticut Commission is organizing a complete set of programs allowing towns, clubs, educational institutions, social organizations and state residents to get involved, including funding opportunities.

The Commission urges that all of these activities follow the four national themes:

1. Telling Inclusive Stories

2. The Power of Place

3. Doing History

4. The Common Good

Many members of our coalition are engaged in the celebration on state and/or local levels.

Learn more about Connecticut’s celebration at https://ct250.org/