President Donald Trump will visit the Iowa State Fairgrounds on Thursday, July 3, to kick off a series of celebrations across the U.S. for America’s 250th anniversary next year.
Trump’s remarks are scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. with pre-remarks programming beginning at 5 p.m.
The Iowa event is one of 56, with each state and territory hosting a celebration throughout the next year “culminating in the most monumental celebration our country has ever known,” according to a news release from the planning committee.
The programs are designed to “engage communities nationwide, creating lasting memories and a renewed commitment to America’s future,” according to event organizers. The event will preview these initiatives.
“America250 is proud to host this historic kick-off event in Iowa, in keeping with President Trump’s commitment to provide a grand celebration worthy of the momentous occasion of America’s 250th birthday,” said Ambassador Monica Crowley, Principal Media Representative for America250. “This special event serves as the magnificent start of a dynamic, year-long commemoration across our beautiful country, unveiling a vision for a renewed commitment to America’s future.”
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