2026 is the 250th Anniversary of the United States
2026 is a pivotal year in American history. It is the semiquincentennial of the United States, better known as the 250th anniversary. In 1776, as the founding fathers were charting a course for a new country and colonists were engaged in a revolution, Fairfield County was covered by dense forests. The area was inhabited by native tribes, mainly the Wyandot and their chief: Tarhe. However, in 1796, the first non-native settlers - including soldiers who fought in the American Revolution - began making their way to the area.
Lancaster began to emerge as an important location. It was officially laid-out in 1800 and, when Fairfield County was established, it was selected as the county seat. Three years later, in 1803, Ohio became a state and, following the War of 1812, experienced one of the largest population booms in American history.
As we celebrate the country’s anniversary, FCHA will also be focusing on local history and encouraging locals to visit our museums to learn more about their past. For 2026, we will unveil two interactive tours, offer free admission on select days to the Sherman House and Georgian museums and unveil a billboard on Memorial Drive in May!
FCHA has some special plans for the America 250 celebration in 2026! We hope that you join us this year as we celebrate America 250 and encourage you to invite friends and family to experience local history! Check out some of the plans 2026:
