America’s 250th

On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States – the United States of America Semiquincentennial celebration. 



Led nationally by The U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission and its America250 Foundation, the commemoration is a multi-year effort, beginning in 2020, culminating on July 4, 2026, and officially concluding in 2027.

America250PA hopes to engage all citizens of the Commonwealth, from all 67 counties, with the goal to EDUCATE, PRESERVE, INNOVATE, and CELEBRATE Pennsylvania’s rich history, culture, and future through various programs, projects, and events.

Bucks County has played a pivotal role in some of the most consequential historical moments in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the United States of America. The Bucks County America250PACommission will endeavor to bring together diverse community stakeholders with the goal of inspiring and encouraging Bucks Countians to learn from our shared past, reflect on the present, and work towards a future that meets and expands upon the ideals of liberty, equality, and democracy that were established at the founding of our nation.

 

 

 

ROLLO'S FACTS

“Lucy” the horse was part of the work crew that built both Fonthill and the Mercer Museum. She hoisted the loads of mixed concrete up to workers.
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• Until further notice: The elevator in the historic “Central Court” portion of the Mercer Museum will be *out of service* for major renovations.

You can still access Floors 2-7 of the historic museum via staircases.

• Monday, May 25: Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle will be closed for Memorial Day.

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