Partner Resources
The Arkansas250 Commission is working with local community leaders to provide direction and assistance in creating their own community semiquincentennial celebrations. Please feel free to utilize these resources when promoting Arkansas250 community events.
Arkansas250 Curriculum
Arkansas Celebrates America250 (ACA250) is aligned with the Arkansas Department of Education's vision to prepare, support, and inspire student success in school, career, and community through America250 celebrations.
America's Field Trip
America’s Field Trip is a nationwide contest that invites students across the country in grades 3–12 to be part of our nation’s 250th anniversary by sharing their perspectives on what America means to them — with the chance to earn an unforgettable field trip experience at some of the nation’s most iconic historic and cultural landmarks. Students are asked to submit writing or original artwork in response to the contest’s prompt: “What does America mean to you?”
How Your Community Can Participate
We want to encourage Arkansas communities to create unique and creative ways to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary while honoring Arkansas’ own history and beauty and to share those events both statewide and nationally. There are many ways your communities can participate, both collectively and educationally. This includes hosting events like picnics, baseball games, church gatherings, and parades.
You can also work with your local schools to develop educational programs that not only focus on America’s 250th anniversary but also on Arkansas history and the role it’s played nationally. Plays, essay contests, and exhibits are great ways for students to become involved.
America 250, the national initiative commemorating the anniversary, is emphasizing philanthropy and giving back as part of the celebration. You can create volunteer opportunities that allow community members to give back through initiatives like neighborhood clean up campaigns and beautifying downtown areas.
Be sure to utilize local media (television, print, and radio) and social media to promote and share your community events and programs. When posting on social media about your community’s events, use the hashtags #arkansas250 and #america250 on each post. Hashtags help categorize and track content on social media, making it easier for others to search for and locate semiquincentennial community events and programs.
Nominate a Local Hero
Do you know someone in your Arkansas community making a big difference behind the scenes? Nominate them for “Our American Story,” a project honoring unsung heroes across the nation.
Submit Your NominationGive Back Locally
Want to give back to your Arkansas community? America250’s “America Gives” helps connect you with service opportunities near you. Let’s build a better future — together.
America GivesShare Your Story
What’s your Arkansas story? What have your family and community contributed to America’s journey? Be part of America’s Invitation and help preserve our shared history.
Share Your Story