America250 is a nonpartisan initiative working to engage every American in commemorating and celebrating the 250th anniversary of our country in 2026.
The guiding principle for Alaska’s participation is History for Tomorrow highlighting the importance of the next generation to Alaska’s future.
The theme was inspired by the Alaska Constitution Convention members, who, in a resolution passed on February 5, 1956, bequeathed the state constitution they had just forged to Alaska’s youth.
“You are our future,” states the resolution. “We ask you to take tomorrow and dream.“
Like Alaska’s optimistic founders who created the 49th Star in the Union, America250-Alaska believes that when young people learn how they connect to Alaska’s past, they will be more inclined to contribute to building a prosperous future for our state.
Our Vision
The Alaska visionaries who built the great state of Alaska were ordinary people who often achieved the extraordinary.
The America250-Alaska celebration and commemoration is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to illuminate Alaska’s vast history and cultures, inform Americans about Alaska’s contribution to the nation’s past, involve all Alaskans in telling our state’s story, inspire current Alaskans, especially Alaska youth, by connecting them to our collective history, and invest in heritage programs that empower local communities, contemporary generations, and future trailblazers to dream big.
“Alaska’s rich history, diverse cultures, and unique contributions to the United States will play a vital role in this national celebration. I look forward to engaging Alaskans in this once-in-a-lifetime commemoration.”
Our Guiding Goals
ILLUMINATE
America250-Alaska will illuminate Alaska’s dynamic history, rich cultural heritage, and extraordinary natural wonders.
INFORM
America250-Alaska will inform Alaskans and Americans about Alaska’s significant yet little-known contributions to United States history.
INVOLVE
America250-Alaska will involve Alaska’s diverse demography, multigenerational cultures, and complex historical perspectives and ensure that all Alaskans feel represented and valued in the statewide commemoration.
INSPIRE
America250-Alaska will inspire current generations and future leaders through historical understanding,
INVEST
America250-Alaska will invest in legacy programs that encourage economic growth, engage local communities, and preserve our cherished natural, cultural, and heritage assets.
Message from Senator Murkowski, National America250 Commissioner
“As a third-generation Alaskan and the first Alaskan-born senator, I’m proud to join the United States Semiquincentennial Commission and represent my home state,” said Senator Lisa Murkowski.
As a Commissioner, Senator Murkowski will assist the United States Semiquincentennial Commission, America250, and America250-Alaska in orchestrating the largest commemoration and celebration in American history!