Welcome from Vice Chair Rebecca Williams
On behalf of the Union County Board of County Commissioners, I am proud to welcome you to the County of Union’s commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution.
Union County holds a unique and meaningful place in our nation’s founding. From pivotal Revolutionary War encampments and battle sites to the everyday courage of residents who shaped history, our communities were instrumental in the fight for independence and the ideals that continue to define our democracy.
As Vice Chair of the Board of County Commissioners and Chair of the Union County America 250 Committee, I am honored to help lead this once-in-a-generation opportunity to reflect on our past while engaging residents of all ages in meaningful ways. Through educational programming, cultural events, historical preservation, and community partnerships, our America 250 initiatives are designed not only to remember history—but to bring it to life.
This commemoration is about more than milestones and dates. It is about honoring the values of freedom, service, resilience, and civic participation that continue to shape Union County today. We invite you to explore, participate, and celebrate alongside us as we commemorate our shared history and look ahead to the future we are building together.
Thank you for joining us in honoring 250 years of American history—rooted right here in Union County. Stay tuned for all of our wonderful events throughout the year!
Rebecca Williams
Vice Chair, Union County Board of County Commissioners
Chair, Union County America 250 Committee
The 250th
Across the country, the United States will celebrate its 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026, marking the adoption of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of the nation.
This historic milestone—formally known as the Semiquincentennial—commemorates 250 years of American history, much like the Bicentennial celebration in 1976.
