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Spirit of ’76 Jubilee

Celebrate America 250 at the Capitol Visitor Center

July 2-4, 2026 - 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Free & Open to the Public

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with three days of family-friendly events, interactive experiences, and patriotic fun at the Capitol Visitor Center.

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Enjoy:

  • Hands-on crafts and storytelling
  • Interactive mapping activities
  • Historic object encounters
  • Curator-led tours of the special Spirit of ’76 exhibit
  • Live presentations throughout the day

Special Highlights

  • July 2 special guests from the United States Mint, Library of Congress, and Smithsonian National Postal Museum
  • Complimentary birthday cake on July 4 while supplies last

Whether you’re visiting Washington for the holiday or exploring with family and friends, the Spirit of ’76 Jubilee offers a memorable way to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary at the U.S. Capitol. Come celebrate the past, honor the present, and inspire the future.

Child getting their picture taken.
Capture the moment with fun photo opportunities.
People at a table with images on it.
Challenge yourself and friends with U.S. Capitol trivia.
Woman interacting with two children.
Family-friendly activities in the Democracy Lab.
A man giving a presentation to visitors.
Watch and connect with a key moment in history.
A woman giving a presentation to visitors.
Take a closer look at an object that tells the story of America.
A woman giving a presentation to visitors.
Join a Curator-led tour of the “Spirit of ’76” exhibit.
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