CLAY COUNTY 250:
MORE THAN A CELEBRATION
In 2026, America will mark the 250th anniversary of its founding — a once in a generation moment to reflect on who we’ve been, who we are, and who we want to become. Clay County 250’s our local expression of that national milestone. It’s more than a celebration. It’s a call to embrace our collective, unvarnished history — the triumphs and struggles, the forgotten stories and familiar names — and become part of writing the next chapter.
The Clay County 250 Organization will inform, inspire and involve civic groups, schools, libraries and local governments in meaningful and memorable commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of our country’s founding.
GET INVOLVED. BE A PART OF HISTORY.
Youth & Education
Programs
Liberty Tree
Plantings
250
Challenge
Events
Calendar
Historic
Sites
Storytelling
Opportunities
Speakers
Bureau
Articles
“We are not just reflecting on history; we are creating history. Let’s do so with pride and admiration for what has been accomplished and, more importantly, for what will be
achieved.”
Cassandra Coleman
Executive Director, America250PA
“This is not just a celebration of the past; it’s an opportunity to shape the future. Let’s make sure every narrative, every perspective, and every story finds a place in our commemorations.”
Patrick J. Burns
President & CEO, Metro Philly Management, Chairman of the America250PA Commission
“The commemoration is about
allowing people to see themselves as part of history-making and to recognize the power of collective storytelling.”
The Honorable Dr. Carla Hayden
Librarian of Congress
“We wanted to build a museum that acknowledges our shortcomings but remains hopeful and forward-thinking. The American Revolution is not just a war; it’s an experiment in democracy that continues today.”
Dr. R. Scott Stephenson
President & CEO, Museum of American Revolution
READY TO LEARN MORE?
Clay County 250 is sponsoring this program in partnership with the Missouri Humanities and with support from the Missouri Humanities Trust Fund.
Partner Organizations
Mid-Continent Public Library
Clay County Archives & Library
Liberty African-American Legacy Project
The Human Agenda
Oak Park High School Government Club
Morgansites.com
Excelsior Citizen
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