{"id":2804,"date":"2025-01-20T12:00:03","date_gmt":"2025-01-20T18:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thexradio3.com\/news\/?p=2804"},"modified":"2025-01-20T12:01:08","modified_gmt":"2025-01-20T18:01:08","slug":"illinois-america-250-commission-invites-all-illinoisans-to-celebrate-nations-250th-anniversary-leading-up-to-july-4-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thexradio.com\/news\/local-news\/2804-illinois-america-250-commission-invites-all-illinoisans-to-celebrate-nations-250th-anniversary-leading-up-to-july-4-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Illinois America 250 Commission Invites All Illinoisans to Celebrate Nation&#8217;s 250th Anniversary Leading Up to July 4, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"pdfprnt-buttons pdfprnt-buttons-post pdfprnt-top-right\"><a href=\"javascript: window.print()\" class=\"pdfprnt-button pdfprnt-button-print\" target=\"_self\" ><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thexradio.com\/news\/wp-content\/plugins\/pdf-print\/images\/print.png\" alt=\"image_print\" title=\"Print Content\" \/><span class=\"pdfprnt-button-title pdfprnt-button-print-title\">Print<\/span><\/a><\/div><p>Preparations are underway for Illinois to join in the nation\u2019s celebration of 250 years of independence in 2026, and the Illinois America 250 Commission is encouraging people across the Prairie State to get involved in planning festivities and educational opportunities to mark the historic moment.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIllinois is integral to telling our nation\u2019s story, from our rich agricultural and manufacturing roots to our role in the fight for freedom and justice,\u201d said Governor JB Pritzker. \u201cAs we commemorate 250 years of independence, the Illinois America 250 Commission will help ensure every Illinoisan has a voice and a place in this historic moment.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe 250th anniversary is not just a celebration of our past. It\u2019s an opportunity to examine how we ended up where we are today and an invitation to consider the future we want to build,\u201d said Gabrielle Lyon, chair of the Illinois America 250 Commission and executive director of Illinois Humanities. \u201cIt\u2019s thrilling to see the range of plans taking shape. In every corner of the state, people are excited to lift up undertold stories, build civic pride, and involve their communities in shaping the next chapter of America\u2019s story.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Illinois America 250 Commission is encouraging communities, libraries, schools, historical societies, cultural institutions, and individuals of all ages to be part of efforts to develop an inclusive commemoration of the founding of the United States and Illinois\u2019 vital role in the nation\u2019s history and development.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Illinois America 250 Commission is made up of a bipartisan group of individuals who have come together to uplift the vital role our state has had within our nation\u2019s history,\u201d said State Senator Doris Turner (D-Springfield). \u201cHistory is living, breathing and ever-evolving. It\u2019s important that we bring to light the untold stories of Illinois.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Commission is focused on four areas in anticipation of the July 4, 2026, anniversary:<\/p>\n<p>&#8211;Creating opportunities that engage diverse youth statewide and foster relationships between young people and elected officials.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211;Encouraging and supporting counties, cities, towns, and municipalities to commemorate the 250th accessibly and inclusively.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211;Identifying unique cultural assets and place-based visitor experiences for residents and visitors alike to showcase the Illinois&#8217; role in our country\u2019s complex legacy.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211;Gathering educational resources that enable young people, students, and life-long learners of all ages to explore and engage with the meaning of the anniversary.<\/p>\n<p>Over the coming months, the Commission will host outreach and listening sessions to encourage residents from all corners of Illinois to explore the diversity, strength, and resilience that make Illinois central to America. Visit the Commission\u2019s website and follow it on social media for updates and opportunities to get involved.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Illinois Department of Natural Resources, the Illinois State Museum, and state historic sites are proud to be part of plans to celebration the nation\u2019s 250th birthday,\u201d said Natalie Phelps Finnie, director of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. \u201cWe look forward to welcoming visitors to Illinois state parks, museums, and historic sites as they contemplate our nation\u2019s past and its future.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs we prepare to celebrate 250 years alongside the Illinois America 250 Commission, DCEO and the Office of Tourism will continue to highlight the unique stories and rich diversity that make Illinois an essential part of America\u2019s past, present and future,\u201d said Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Director Kristin Richards.&nbsp;\u201cAs Illinois\u2019 world-class tourism industry achieves record-breaking successes, this monumental occasion provides an opportunity to invite people, from near and far, to discover what makes Illinois a cornerstone of our nation\u2019s story.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Civic involvement will be key to Illinois\u2019 participation in the national 250th celebration, said Brad Cole, chief executive officer of the Illinois Municipal League&nbsp;and a member of the Illinois America 250 Commission.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cLocal elected officials and community organizations across the state will play a central role in commemorating our first 250 years through special events, ceremonies and other engaging opportunities for this once-in-a-lifetime anniversary,\u201d Cole said.<\/p>\n<p>Youth involvement also is critical because Generation Z \u2013 today\u2019s young adults \u2013 will guide the nation into its next chapter, said Kayla Pilgrim, one of 100 members of the Made by Us Youth250 Bureau.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCommemorating America\u2019s 250th is not only about reflecting on our past. It\u2019s also an opportunity to amplify young voices and ensure they have a role in shaping the future of our country,\u201d Pilgrim, 19, of Berwyn said. \u201cIllinois youth bring valuable ideas and energy that are essential to building a stronger and more inclusive America.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Illinois America 250 Commission is also focused on representing Tribal nations in the observance. Dorene Wiese, president of the American Indian Association of Illinois and a member of the Commission, said remembering and documenting history is crucial for the country and noted that the creation of the United States involved the colonization, dehumanization, and displacement of American Indian people, leading to oppression and significant loss of life, land, and cultural practices. 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It was created by the Illinois America Commission Act with the task of fostering an inclusive statewide celebration that highlights Illinois&#8217; unique contributions to the nation\u2019s history and explores the many perspectives that shape its legacy.<\/p>\n<p>The Commission aims to create spaces for dialogue, learning, and celebration across all communities in Illinois, emphasizing the state\u2019s vibrant cultural heritage and its continuing role in America\u2019s story and amplifying community-driven initiatives that highlight the contributions of Illinoisans from all walks of life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Preparations are underway for Illinois to join in the nation\u2019s celebration of 250 years of independence in 2026, and the Illinois America 250 Commission is encouraging people across the Prairie 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