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America 250 Historical Markers

In celebration of America's semiquincentennial in 2026, historical markers have been erected to commemorate different elements of the founding of the United States. This series is for markers that are directly related to, inspired by or have reference to the 250th anniversary, or those that were erected by an America 250 commission or committee.
 
By Ashley Sides, March 6, 2026
Arkansas Post Marker, Side Two
1 ► Arkansas, Arkansas County, Gillett — Arkansas Post —
On U.S. 165 0.1 miles south of Gander Street Road, on the right when traveling north.
Founded by France in 1686, Arkansas Post was the first European settlement in what is now the state of Arkansas. It was located along the Arkansas River at various sites near here over the years. The Spanish occupied it after 1763 until the . . . — — Map (db m294844) HM
2 ► Arkansas, Benton County, Rogers — Walmart — Arkansas 250 Commission —
On West Walnut Street (U.S. 71B) at North 8th Street (County Highway 94), on the left when traveling east on West Walnut Street.
Walmart Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, first opened at this location in Rogers in 1962 after Sam Walton owned and operated smaller retail models in Newport, Bentonville, and elsewhere. For much of its history, the company has been . . . — — Map (db m312115) HM
3 ► Arkansas, Craighead County, Jonesboro, Arkansas State University — 5 — Hattie Wyatt Caraway —
On Aggie Road west of University Loop, on the right when traveling west.
Hattle Caraway made history in 1932 as the first woman elected to the United States Senate. A Tennessee native, she married fellow Dickson College student Thaddeus Caraway in 1902 and settled in Jonesboro, where he practiced law and entered . . . — — Map (db m299209) HM
4 ► Arkansas, Jefferson County, Pine Bluff — Quapaw Treaty of 1824 —
On Lake Saracen Drive 0.1 miles west of Regional Park Drive, on the right when traveling west.
On November 15, 1824, not far from here, near what is now the Lincoln/Jefferson County line, Quapaw leaders, including Chief Heckaton and Saracen, signed a treaty ceding the Quapaw Nation’s remaining land in the Arkansas Territory to the United . . . — — Map (db m313154) HM
5 ► Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — Arkansas' Original State Capitol —
On W Markham Street at Ashley Street, on the right when traveling west on W Markham Street.
In anticipation of statehood, construction on a capitol building began in 1833 and continued as Arkansas became the 25th state on June 15, 1836. The first legislative session convened at the new State House on Sept. 12, 1836. A second constitution . . . — — Map (db m313157) HM
6 ► Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, M.l.k. — Daisy Bates —
On West 28th Street 0.1 miles east of Doctor MLK Jr. Drive, on the right when traveling east.
This was the home of Arkansas civil rights leaders L. C. and Daisy Bates. From 1941 to 1959 they published the Arkansas State Press, a Black-interest newspaper that advocated for civil rights and racial integration of public schools. As president . . . — — Map (db m294982) HM
7 ► Arkansas, Saline County, Bauxite — Bauxite —
On Benton Street 0.2 miles south of Arkansas Route 183, on the left when traveling west.
Bauxite ore from this region was crucial to the United States’ success in the Second World War. The demand for bauxite, the raw material that yields aluminum, spiked when the U.S. entered the war in 1941 and began rapidly manufacturing large . . . — — Map (db m288429) HM WM
8 ► California, Kern County, Tehachapi — America's 250th Anniversary — Tehachapi City Council 2026 —
On Tehachapi, on the left when traveling west.
Dedicated on the 250th anniversary of our nation's founding, in honor of all Americans whose labor laid the foundation for our prosperity. May their legacy inspire future generations to embrace opportunity, cultivate community, and pursue the . . . — — Map (db m309966) WM
9 ► California, Santa Clara County, Palo Alto — America250 Liberty Tree Grove —
Near no nearby street at University Avenue.
This plaque marks the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States of America 1776-2026 May these trees stand as a living testament to our nation’s history and as a foundation for the next 250 years Dedicated September 12, . . . — — Map (db m310913) HM
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10 ► Colorado, Jefferson County, Golden — Revolutionary War Patriots —
Near Washington Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing the the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 — — Map (db m305706) WM
11 ► Connecticut, Greater Bridgeport Region, Fairfield — Timothy Green — America 250 | Connecticut —
On Connecticut Turnpike (Interstate 95 at milepost 21) east of Mill Plain Road, on the right when traveling south.
In 1776, Connecticut needed money. The General Assembly directed Timothy Green to print this paper currency. When the Revolutionary War began, the Connecticut Colony's economy was precarious. Coins were scarce. On June 7, 1776, the . . . — — Map (db m311725) HM
12 ► Connecticut, Lower Connecticut River Valley Region, Westbrook — Benedict Arnold — America 250 | Connecticut —
On Connecticut Turnpike (Interstate 95 at milepost 66) west of Spencer Plains Road (Connecticut Route 166), on the right when traveling east.
Benedict Arnold was a Continental Army general before he defected to the British. In response, Americans burned Arnold in effigy. Arnold was born in Norwich, CT in 1741 and became a merchant in New Haven. After the Sugar and Stamp Acts . . . — — Map (db m311715) HM
13 ► Connecticut, South Central Region, Branford — Charity Norton Leete — America 250 | Connecticut —
Near Connecticut Turnpike (Interstate 95) west of Cedar Street, on the right when traveling south.
In 1781, British forces raided Guilford. Charity Norton Leete stuffed her family's precious possessions in this box and ran. On June 18, 1781, three ships carried 150 British soldiers landed at Leete's Island, south of Guilford, CT. The . . . — — Map (db m311723) HM
14 ► Connecticut, South Central Region, Branford — Job Lanthrop — America 250 | Connecticut —
On Connecticut Turnpike (Interstate 95) east of U.S. 1, on the right when traveling east.
Job Lanthrop was enslaved when he served in the Continental Army. On June 2, 1778, Caleb Huntington secured his freedom. Lathrop was born into slavery in Norwich, CT, probably in 1753. He was the son of Venus and Primus Armes, who had . . . — — Map (db m311710) HM
15 ► Connecticut, South Central Region, Madison — Phineas Meigs — America 250 | Connecticut —
Near Connecticut Turnpike (Interstate 95) west of Hammonasset Connector (Connecticut Route 450), on the right when traveling west.
Phineas Meigs was the last known casualty of the Revolutionary War in Connecticut. He died wearing this hat. Meigs was born in 1708 in East Guilford (today's Madison). In 1777, at the age of 69, he enlisted in the Continental Army and in . . . — — Map (db m311721) HM
16 ► Connecticut, South Central Region, Madison — Thomas Paine — America 250 | Connecticut —
Near Connecticut Turnpike (Interstate 95 at milepost 62) west of Hammonasset Connector (Connecticut Route 450), on the right when traveling east.
Thomas Paine published Common Sense on January 10, 1776. This copy was printed in Norwich, CT. The political pamphlet galvanized support for the revolution. In plain and persuasive prose, Paine – an English-born colonist who had moved to . . . — — Map (db m311712) HM
17 ► Connecticut, South Central Region, Milford — Hannah Bunce — America 250 | Connecticut —
On Connecticut Turnpike (Interstate 95) south of Marsh Hill Road, on the right when traveling north.
Publisher Hannah Bunce Watson used the Connecticut Courant to spread news about the American Revolution. Hannah Bunce was born in Lebanon, CT, in 1749. She married Ebenezer Watson, the Courant's publisher; when he died of smallpox . . . — — Map (db m311674) HM
18 ► Connecticut, South Central Region, Milford — The Battle of Ridgefield — America 250 | Connecticut —
On Connecticut Turnpike (Interstate 95) west of Marsh Hill Road, on the right when traveling south.
The Battle of Ridgefield, in 1777, was the only inland battle of the Revolutionary War in Connecticut. This etching reveals how Londoners saw the event. The British army invaded Connecticut in April 1777 - landing in today's Westport and . . . — — Map (db m311724) HM
19 ► Connecticut, Southeastern Region, North Stonington — Samson Occom — America 250 | Connecticut —
On Jewish War Veterans Memorial Highway (Interstate 95) west of Connecticut Route 49, on the right when traveling west.
Samson Occom was a Mohegan minister and educator. In 1775, he wrote this letter urging the Oneida Tribe to stay neutral in the Revolutionary War. Occom was born in a wigwam on Mohegan land, near New London, CT in 1723. He learned about . . . — — Map (db m311716) HM
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20 ► Connecticut, Western Region, Darien, Darien Downtown — Munson Hoyt — America 250 | Connecticut —
Near Connecticut Turnpike (Interstate 95) north of Tokeneke Road, on the right when traveling north.
Munson Hoyt, a Connecticut Loyalist, served in the Prince of Wales' American Regiment. This was his "redcoat." Hoyt (sometimes spelled "Hayt") was born in Norwalk, CT. He wore this officer-s coat, made of red wool broadcloth, while he . . . — — Map (db m311651) HM
21 ► Connecticut, Western Region, Darien, Noroton — David Bushnell — America 250 | Connecticut —
Near Connecticut Turnpike (Interstate 95) west of Norton Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
In 1776, the Continental Army deployed an underwater vessel designed by David Bushnell. "The Turtle" was the first submarine used in military combat. Bushnell was born in 1749 in Saybrook, CT (today's Westbrook). He became interested in . . . — — Map (db m311727) HM
22 ► Connecticut, Western Region, Greenwich, Glenville — Second Continental Light Dragoons — America250 — Connecticut —
On Merritt Parkway (Connecticut Route 15), on the right when traveling south.
In 1776, the Continental Congress authorized four "light dragoon" regiments. The Second Continental Light Dragoons, comprised largely of men from Connecticut, carried this flag. Light dragoons often fought on horseback and the Second, . . . — — Map (db m304280) HM
23 ► Florida, Lake County, Eustis — Eustis — Greetings from Lake County — America250FL Road Trip —
On East Magnolia Avenue at North Eustis Street, on the right when traveling west on East Magnolia Avenue.
Before railroads reached central Florida, long distance travel and shipping relied on steamboats, and early settlements that were concentrated along navigable waterways. Steamboats along the St. Johns River connected Eustis with Mellonville (today . . . — — Map (db m311699) HM
24 ► Florida, Marion County, Ocala — Home of Silver Springs — Greetings from Marion County — America250FL Road Trip —
Near Interstate 75 at milepost 346, 3.7 miles south of Southwest College Road (Florida Route 200), on the right when traveling south.
Nestled in Marion County, Silver Springs is America’s oldest commercial tourist attraction, first drawing steamboat tourists in the 1870s. Famous for inventing glass-bottom boats in 1878, it became Florida’s “first tourist attraction,” and a . . . — — Map (db m313203) HM
25 ► Florida, Nassau County, Fernandina Beach — Home of Fort Clinch — Greetings from Amelia Island — America250FL Road Trip —
On Fort Clinch Road 0.2 miles north of Atlantic Avenue (Florida Route 200), on the right when traveling north.
Nassau County's Fort Clinch State Park on Amelia Island blends history and coastal beauty. Explore the Civil War-era fort with its brick ramparts and living history programs. Hike trails through maritime hammocks, fish from the... or enjoy ocean . . . — — Map (db m312401) HM
26 ► Florida, Putnam County, Palatka, North Historic District — Historic Palatka — America 250 FL Road Trip —
On Madison Street 0.1 miles east of North Second Street, on the right when traveling west.
Side 1 Greetings from Putnam County's Historic Palatka Side 2 America250FL Road Trip Putnam County's Palatka, along the St. Johns River, captivates with historic charm. The . . . — — Map (db m311440) HM
27 ► Florida, Seminole County, Longwood — America's Pastime — Greetings from Seminole County — America250FL Road Trip —
Near Interstate 4 at milepost 95, 1 mile east of Florida Route 434, on the right when traveling west.
Nestled in Seminole County, the Historic Sanford Memorial Stadium was once the site of midcentury Major League Baseball Spring Training, hosting greats like Babe Ruth and breaking barriers as host to legend Jackie Robinson. While Florida’s . . . — — Map (db m311945) HM
28 ► Florida, Seminole County, Longwood — The Senator Tree — Greetings from Seminole County — America250FL Road Trip —
Near Interstate 4 at milepost 95, 1 mile east of Florida Route 434, on the right when traveling west.
The Senator Tree in Seminole County, once the oldest and tallest bald cypress in the U.S., stood for over 3,500 years. A natural landmark for Native tribes and early travelers, it was named in honor of Florida Sen. M.O. Overstreet. In 1929, . . . — — Map (db m311992) HM
29 ► Florida, St. Johns County, Jacksonville, Saint Johns — The Golf Capital of the World — Florida Department of Transportation —
On Interstate 95 0.3 miles south of Race Track Road, on the right when traveling north.
America250FL Road Trip St. Johns County, anchored by Ponte Vedra Beach, is the global epicenter of golf. It's home to TPC Sawgrass (opened 1880), the PGA Tour's iconic "Stadium Course" with its legendary 17th Island Green, hosting . . . — — Map (db m312912) HM
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30 ► Florida, St. Johns County, St. Augustine, Saint Johns — Castillo De San Marcos —
On Interstate 95 (at milepost 302) west of County Route 206, on the left when traveling north.
Side 1 Greetings from La Florida's Castillo De San Marcos Side 2 America250FL Road Trip St. Johns County's Castillo de San Marcos is a 17th-century coquina fortress . . . — — Map (db m311293) HM
31 ► Florida, Sumter County, Sumterville — Home of The Villages — Greetings from Sumter County — America250FL Road Trip —
Near Florida's Turnpike (Florida Route 91 at milepost 299), 5 miles south of U.S. 301.
Sumter County is home to one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the nation. Anchored by The Villages, a bustling master-planned retirement community, the area continues to attract the young and young at heart to North Central Florida. Known for . . . — — Map (db m313212) HM
32 ► Illinois, DeKalb County, DeKalb — Major General Johann De Kalb White Oak —
On Linden Place north of Augusta Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
This Illinois white oak tree honors Revolutionary War Hero Major General Johann De Kalb (1721-1780) Our county namesake, and the brave men and women who fought for American independence. Inspired by the noble cause of liberty, these patriots . . . — — Map (db m310633) HM WM
33 ► Illinois, DuPage County, Downers Grove — Liberty Tree —
On Curtiss Street near Washington Street, on the right.
Planted to honor the 250th Anniversary of American Independence in 2026 as a tribute to all Military Veterans — — Map (db m307581) HM
34 ► Illinois, DuPage County, Glen Ellyn — “Marmo” Red Maple —
On Duane Street east of Main Street, on the right when traveling east.
This "Marmo" Red Maple is planted in commemoration of America's 250th birthday July 4, 2026 — — Map (db m289258) HM
35 ► Illinois, DuPage County, Lisle — Democracy —
Near School Street east of Center Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of Our Experiment in Democracy by Thinking about what Democracy Means to You The word "democracy" has its roots in the ancient Greek language People (demos) and Rule (kratos) Cleistlenes of Athens . . . — — Map (db m304934) HM
36 ► Illinois, DuPage County, Naperville — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On East Gartner Road north of Edgewater Drive.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783
Presented by Fort Payne Chapter Daughters of . . . — — Map (db m305149) HM
37 ► Illinois, Monroe County, Waterloo — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On Lakeview Drive at S. Library Street, on the left when traveling south on Lakeview Drive.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 Presented by Whiteside Station Chapter Daughters . . . — — Map (db m248838) WM
38 ► Illinois, Randolph County, Chester — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On Taylor Street (State Road 150) at Chestnut Street, on the left when traveling north on Taylor Street.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 — — Map (db m252656) WM
39 ► Illinois, St. Clair County, Cahokia Heights — Revolutionary War Patriots — In honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States. —
On Church St. 0.2 miles East 1st St. when traveling south.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775 - 1783 — — Map (db m214307) WM
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40 ► Illinois, Tazewell County, Washington — Candlewood Bridge & William Holland Homestead —
On Candlewood Drive north of Oakwood Lane, on the right when traveling west.
The Candlewood Bridge, also known as the Cemetery Road Bridge, was constructed in 1894 to cross the south branch of Farm Creek. With a 27-foot span, the double arch limestone bridge is 15 feet above the waterline. City engineer and Washington . . . — — Map (db m312841) HM
41 ► Kansas, Johnson County, Olathe — Revolutionary War Patriots —
Near South Harrison Street at East Old 56 Highway (Kansas Route 7).
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, each believing in the noble cause of liberty, valiantly strove to found a new nation. 1775-1783 — — Map (db m312513) WM
42 ► Kentucky, Kenton County, Crescent Springs — Revolutionary War Patriots —
Near Buttermilk Pike (Kentucky Route 371) at Collins Road, on the right when traveling west.
This Marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775 - 1783. Presented by Rebecca Bryan Boone Chapter . . . — — Map (db m234567) WM
43 ► Kentucky, Pike County, Pikeville — 250 Years of American Freedom —
Near Division Street east of Main Street, on the right when traveling east.
250 Years of American Freedom 1776-2026 — — Map (db m307455) WM
44 ► Maine, Hancock County, Bucksport — Revolutionary War Patriots —
Near Main Street at Pine Street.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 Presented by The Town of Bucksport, Maine and . . . — — Map (db m285114) WM
45 ► Maryland, Allegany County, Cumberland — Maryland Liberty Tree Project —
Near Howard Street at National Freeway (Interstate 68), on the left when traveling west.
This Liberty Tree descends from Maryland's original Liberty Tree. In 1765, amid Stamp Act Protests, Annapolis citizens gathered under the original tree to oppose tyranny and affirm liberty. Grown from a seed collected from a scion from the last . . . — — Map (db m310784) HM
46 ► Maryland, Anne Arundel County, Annapolis, Naval Academy — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On King George Street.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation.

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47 ► Maryland, Baltimore, Federal Hill — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On Warren Avenue.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 Presented by Baltimore Chapter . . . — — Map (db m302652) WM
48 ► Maryland, Baltimore, Pigtown — American Freedom Train No. 1 — Uniting the States for Our Nation's Bicentennial — ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ —
Near West Pratt Street at South Arlington Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Specs Build Date: 1923 (Rebuilt 1945) Model: T-1 Northern "T-Hog" Vehicle Type: Steam Locomotive Manufacturer: Baldwin Locomotive Work
Freedom Train A symbol of national unity, the . . . — — Map (db m308951) HM
49 ► Massachusetts, Norfolk County, Weymouth — Revolutionary War Patriots —
Near Washington Street (Massachusetts Route 53) at Winter Court, on the right when traveling east.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 Presented by Massachusetts State Society . . . — — Map (db m296875) WM
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50 ► Michigan, Lenawee County, Adrian — Revolutionary War Patriots — 1775 - 1783 —
On East Church Street at South Main Street, on the right when traveling east on East Church Street.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, each believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. Dedicated in 2026 in celebration of the 250th anniversary of . . . — — Map (db m306597) WM
51 ► Missouri, St. Louis, Downtown — Battle of Fort San Carlos — May 26, 1780 —
On Clark Avenue west of South Broadway, on the right when traveling west.
1764 - St. Louis is founded by Pierre Laclede Liguest and Auguste Chouteau under a land grant from the King of France. 1770 - Control of St. Louis is transferred from France to Spain. 1779 - Spain supports the Americans in their pursuit . . . — — Map (db m304570) HM
52 ► New Hampshire, Hillsborough County, Manchester, North End — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On Elm Street at Waldo Street, on the right when traveling south on Elm Street.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 Presented by Molly Stark Chapter, New . . . — — Map (db m312866) WM
53 ► New Jersey, Gloucester County, Washington Township, Sewell — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On Delsea Drive (New Jersey Route 47) north of Lambs Drive (County Road 635), on the left.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775 - 1783 Presented by Red Bank Chapter, Daughters of . . . — — Map (db m306785) HM WM
54 ► New York, Sullivan County, Kauneonga Lake, Bethel — 250 Years of Liberty —
On Horseshoe Lake Road at Swan Lake Road, on the left when traveling south on Horseshoe Lake Road.
Town of Bethel NY 1776 ★ 2026 250 Years of Liberty — — Map (db m310111) HM
55 ► North Carolina, Rowan County, Cleveland — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On Third Creek Church Road 0.2 miles east of Chenault Road, on the left.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, each believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 — — Map (db m298380) WM
56 ► Ohio, Henry County, Hamler, Bartlow Township — Liberty Tree — Henry County, Ohio —
On Ohio 18 (Ohio Route 18) at County Route 7, on the right when traveling west on Ohio 18.
Recognizing the 250th anniversary American Independence 1776 - 2026. United States of America 250th Anniversary 1776 - 2026 — — Map (db m306839) WM
57 ► Ohio, Meigs County, Chester — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On Ohio Route 248 at Courthouse Road, on the right when traveling west on Ohio Route 248.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 — — Map (db m307481) WM
58 ► Ohio, Muskingum County, Zanesville — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On Main Street at North 5th Street, on the right when traveling west on Main Street.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 Presented by Muskingum Chapter Daughters of the . . . — — Map (db m272156) WM
59 ► Ohio, Wood County, Perrysburg — Liberty Tree —
On Louisiana Avenue at West Front Street, on the right when traveling south on Louisiana Avenue.
Recognizing the 250th Anniversary of American Independence 1776 - 2026 United States of America Sons of the American Revolution 250th Anniversary 1776-2026 "America is a young country, and our story is still being written... Let us . . . — — Map (db m306844) WM
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60 ► Pennsylvania, Allegheny County, Pittsburgh, Downtown — Revolutionary War Patriots —
Near Commonwealth Place.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775 - 1783 — — Map (db m291304) WM
61 ► Pennsylvania, Cumberland County, Carlisle — "250 Years of Cumberland County" — Bells Across PA — America 250 PA —
On High Street (U.S. 11) at Hanover Street (U.S. 11), on the left when traveling west on High Street.
This bell was placed as part of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026. Presented in Cumberland County Artist: Phil George [Images include Benjamin Rush, Molly . . . — — Map (db m304460) HM
62 ► Pennsylvania, Delaware County, Chester — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On East 3rd Street (U.S. 13) east of Avenue of the States, on the right when traveling east.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775 - 1783 Presented by Pennsylvania State Society, . . . — — Map (db m306670) HM WM
63 ► Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Chambersburg — Franklin County Liberty Tree — The Liberty Tree Project —
On Spring Street, on the left when traveling north.
America250PA, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Freemasons, plants this certified Liberty Tree in commemoration of the original Liberty Trees, which were gathering places for Sons of Liberty during the American Revolutionary War. Ahead of the . . . — — Map (db m308544) HM
64 ► Pennsylvania, Lackawanna County, Dickson City — Lackawanna County Liberty Tree — The Liberty Tree Project
Near Walker Street north of Jermyn Street, on the left when traveling north. Reported missing.
America250PA, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Freemasons, plants this certified Liberty Tree in commemoration of the original Liberty Trees, which were gathering places for Sons of Liberty during the American Revolutionary War. Ahead of the . . . — — Map (db m285440) HM
65 ► Pennsylvania, Lackawanna County, Scranton, Hill Section — "A State of Giving, A City of Hope" — Bells Across PA — America 250 PA —
On Jefferson Avenue north of Olive Street, on the right when traveling north.
This bell was placed as part of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026. Presented in Lackawanna County Artist: Cherie Fruehan — — Map (db m283658) HM
66 ► Pennsylvania, Luzerne County, Wyoming — Luzerne County Liberty Tree — The Liberty Tree Project —
On Wyoming Avenue (U.S. 11) south of Susquehanna Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
America250PA, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Freemasons, plants this certified Liberty Tree in commemoration of the original Liberty Trees, which were gathering places for Sons of Liberty during the American Revolutionary War. Ahead of the . . . — — Map (db m285284) HM
67 ► Pennsylvania, Susquehanna County, Harford, Harford Township — Susquehanna County Liberty Tree — The Liberty Tree Project —
On Orphan School Road 0.3 miles south of Pennsylvania Route 547, on the left when traveling south.
America250PA, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Freemasons, plants this certified Liberty Tree in commemoration of the original Liberty Trees, which were gathering places for Sons of Liberty during the American Revolutionary War. Ahead of the . . . — — Map (db m285625) HM
68 ► Pennsylvania, Susquehanna County, Kingsley, Brooklyn Township — America250PA Semiquincentennial Bell —
Near Creek Road.
On June 28, 2023, two-hundred elected officials and invited guests gathered on the Dennis Farm to celebrate the Dedication Ceremony and unveiling of the Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial (America250PA's) . . . — — Map (db m285661) HM
69 ► Pennsylvania, Warren County, Warren — Warren County Liberty Tree — The Liberty Tree Project —
On Pennsylvania Avenue West (Business U.S. 6) west of Poplar Street, on the right when traveling west.
America250PA, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Freemasons, plants this certified Liberty Tree in commemoration of the original Liberty Trees, which were gathering places for Sons of Liberty during the American Revolutionary War. Ahead of the . . . — — Map (db m306585) HM WM
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70 ► Rhode Island, Providence County, Providence, Mount Hope — Revolutionary War Patriots —
Near Branch Avenue north of North Main Street, on the right when traveling north.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 Presented by Rhode Island State Society . . . — — Map (db m306215) WM
71 ► Rhode Island, Providence County, Smithfield, Greenville — A Community Shaped by Revolution — Town of Smithfield Rhode Island — est. 1730-1731 —
On Putnam Pike (U.S. 44) east of Church Street, on the right when traveling east.
Remembering Nathanael Greene and Israel Putnam Here in Greenville, the names Greenville and Putnam Pike honor two important hereos of the American Revolution: Greneral Nathanael Greene and General Israel Putnam. Together, their stories . . . — — Map (db m312733) HM
72 ► Rhode Island, Providence County, Smithfield, Greenville — Crossroads of Greenville — Town of Smithfield Rhode Island — est. 1730-1731 —
On Putnam Pike (U.S. 44) near Church Street, on the right when traveling east.
Roads, Travelers, and the Growth of Smithfield Village For generations, the roads crossing Greenville carried farmers, merchants, stagecoaches, livestock, and travelers between Providence and the rural communities of western Rhode Island and . . . — — Map (db m312734) HM
73 ► South Carolina, Pickens County, Clemson — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On Stone Circle 0.1 miles west of Anderson Highway (U.S. 76), on the left when traveling north.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 — — Map (db m289026) HM
74 ► Tennessee, Carter County, Elizabethton — Revolutionary War Patriots —
Near West Elk Avenue (U.S. 321), on the left when traveling north.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 Presented by Tennessee State Society Daughter of the . . . — — Map (db m309938) WM
75 ► Tennessee, Decatur County, Scotts Hill — 2 Highway 114 South — Operated at this location —
On State Highway 114 (Tennessee Route 114), on the right when traveling north.
Operated at this location 2 Highway 114 South Scotts Hill School Parking Lot Temporary Trailer Classrooms Scotts Hill Clinic Trailer Scotts Hill Post Office Temporary Trailer used as Post Office until New Post Office was Built . . . — — Map (db m308945) HM
76 ► Tennessee, Henderson County, Scotts Hill — 1 Highway 114 South — Operated at this location —
On Tennessee Route 114 at Church Street, on the right when traveling south on Tennessee Route 114.
School Gymnasium, This gym was completed in 1950 @ a cost of $110,000. It was considered one of the better gyms in the area at that time. The first game was played February 15, 1950. Scotts Hill won both games defeating Lexington. . . . — — Map (db m306175) HM
77 ► Tennessee, Henderson County, Scotts Hill — 15 Highway 114 South — Operated at this location —
On Tennessee Route 114 at Church Street, on the right when traveling south on Tennessee Route 114.
Scotts Hill Elementary School, New Building built for new Science Lab 2002 Home Economics Building, Sold to Scotts Hill High School in 1959, Brick Building tore down in 2002 Scotts Hill Church of Christ, Brick Building built in . . . — — Map (db m306176) HM
78 ► Tennessee, Henderson County, Scotts Hill — 20 Highway 114 South —
On Highway 114 South at Church Street, on the left when traveling south on Highway 114 South.
At this location 20 Highway 114 South Farmers State Bank W.B. Turner House House on left side of bank lot razed to make room for new bank. & Bert Crosser House House on right side of bank lot moved to Cedar Grove . . . — — Map (db m310603) HM
79 ► Tennessee, Henderson County, Scotts Hill — 30 Church St — City Jail — Operated at this location —
On Church Street 0.1 miles south of Highway 114, on the right when traveling south.
The one and only City Jail or Calaboose was built in 1947. It was built by Alvie Heath, local carpenter and block layer of that time. Early Police Chiefs such as Jess White, Jim Hayes, Ola Lee Duck, Travis Carter, Preston Parker and others used . . . — — Map (db m305626) HM
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80 ► Tennessee, Henderson County, Scotts Hill — 40 Church Street — Businesses that have operated at this location —
On Church Street, on the right when traveling west.
Businesses that have operated at this location 40 Church Street Buckingham Tool & Die Martin Machine Works I.D.S. Incorporated J.M. Brasher Body Works Scotts Hill Bottling Works L.C. Cola Les Adkisson Shop Tennessee America . . . — — Map (db m305627) HM
81 ► Tennessee, Henderson County, Scotts Hill — 61 Highway 114 South —
On State Highway 114 at College Circle, on the left when traveling north on State Highway 114.
Businesses that have operated at this location 61 Highway 114 South Hometown Roots Hair Fashions Charlotte's Beauty Shop NAPA Auto Parts Coy Mangrum Barber Shop Tennessee America 250 Project — — Map (db m308065) HM
82 ► Texas, Atascosa County, Jourdanton — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On Courthouse Circle Drive at Campbell Ave, on the left when traveling north on Courthouse Circle Drive.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 — — Map (db m291009) WM
83 ► Texas, Fort Bend County, Katy — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On 3rd Street near Avenue D.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, each believing in the noble cause of liberty, valiantly strove to found a new nation. 1775 – 1783
Dedicated in 2026 by Star of Destiny . . . — — Map (db m311373) HM WM
84 ► Virginia, Louisa County, Louisa — Leaving Louisa — "Evading Capture by the Dragoons" — Road to Revolution —
On James Madison Highway (U.S. 15) 0.2 miles north of West Green Sprongs Road, on the right when traveling north.
Early on the morning of June 4, 1781, John "Jack" Jouett Jr. galloped up the road behind you, veering left on West Green Springs Rd. Just four hours after leaving the tavern in Cuckoo on the eastern side of Louisa County, he passed by this point . . . — — Map (db m293326) HM
85 ► Virginia, Prince William County, Occoquan — The Road to Yorktown — "Cutting a road" Across the Occoquan — Road to Revolution Heritage Trail —
On Mill Street west of Ellicott Street, on the right when traveling west.
In 1781 the Prince William County militia was called out again—but this time to take picks and shovels instead of muskets. Unlike earlier call-ups when they marched to join the Continental army in Pennsylvania or North Carolina, this time . . . — — Map (db m305542) HM
86 ► Virginia, Shenandoah County, Mt. Jackson — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On Main Street (U.S. 11) just north of Nelson Street, on the right when traveling north.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, each believing in the noble cause of liberty, valiantly strove to found a new nation. 1775 - 1783 Dedicated in 2025 by Narrow Passage . . . — — Map (db m280388) HM
87 ► Virginia, York County, Yorktown — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On Main Street at Read Street, on the left when traveling west on Main Street.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775 - 1783 Presented by Comte de Grasse Chapter Daughters of the . . . — — Map (db m293559) HM
88 ► Washington, Benton County, Kennewick, Desert Lawn Memorial Park — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On South Union Street.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 In honor of the 250th anniversary of the United . . . — — Map (db m291747) WM
89 ► Washington, Clallam County, Port Angeles, Salt Creek Recreation Area — History of the "Herbie" Tree —
On Tongue Point Park Road north of Camp Hayden Road, on the right when traveling west.
As part of the American Elm Heritage Project celebrating America's Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of America's Declaration of Independence, the Michael Trebert Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution . . . — — Map (db m315447) HM WM
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90 ► Washington, Spokane County, Spokane Valley — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On East 32nd Avenue.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783. Presented by Washington State Society Chapter Regents . . . — — Map (db m285454) WM
91 ► West Virginia, Hampshire County, Romney — Revolutionary War Patriots — 1775 - 1783 —
On West Main Street at North High Street, on the right when traveling west on West Main Street.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, each believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. Dedicated in 2026 by Catherine Parker Forman Chapter Daughters . . . — — Map (db m309051) WM
92 ► West Virginia, Harrison County, Clarksburg — Freedom & Independence — America 250 West Virginia —
On West Main Street at South 3rd Street, on the right when traveling east on West Main Street.
This mural project was led and commissioned by the Clarksburg History Museum as part of the West Virginia Mural Trail for America 250, an initiative of the West Virginia Department of Tourism for America’s Semiquincentennial, with concept and . . . — — Map (db m309175)
93 ► West Virginia, Jackson County, Ripley — Revolutionary War Patriots — 1775 - 1783 —
On North Court Street at West Main Street, on the right when traveling south on North Court Street.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, each believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. Dedicated in 2026 by Old Hickory Chapter Daughters of the . . . — — Map (db m315438) WM
94 ► West Virginia, Morgan County, Berkeley Springs — America's Military Anniversary —
On North Washington Street (U.S. 522) just north of Legion Street, on the right when traveling south.
Dedicated on July 4th 2025 to: America's 250 yrs of military services Pedestal donated by Lawrence Bouchat Jr USMC 82-88 — — Map (db m279578) HM WM
95 ► Wyoming, Johnson County, Kaycee — 1892 KC Ranch Attack —
On Nolan Avenue (Wyoming Route 196), on the right when traveling south.
Ahead of you is the site of the KC Fight during the Johnson County War in 1892, a result of increased tensions between small homesteaders and cattle barons over use of the range. The cattle barons, with the support of the press, the Wyoming . . . — — Map (db m314419) HM
96 ► Wyoming, Laramie County, Cheyenne — Revolutionary War Patriots —
On Central Avenue at E 24th Street, on the right when traveling north on Central Avenue.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775-1783 Presented by Wyoming State Society Daughters of . . . — — Map (db m314281) HM
 
 
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Nov. 13, 2026