In 2026, the United States marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. America 250 is a chance to reflect on our founding, explore the complexities of our history, and imagine our future together.
Connecticut played a pivotal role in the Revolution—its towns, battle sites, and historic figures remain central to America’s story. Through national programs, original local content, and community events, Connecticut Public will connect this milestone to the lived experiences of people across our state.
The American Revolution: A Film by Ken Burns, Sarah Bostein & David Schmidt
Premiering the week of November 16, Ken Burns’ new six-part documentary, The American Revolution explores how America’s founding reshaped the world.
Find educator resources based on The American Revolution at PBS Learning Media's Ken Burns in the Classroom.
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Connecticut calls itself the “Constitution State,” but why? We trace the nickname back to the 1600s and explore the historical claim that Connecticut wrote the first constitution in U.S. history. -
Minnie Negoro first learned ceramics while being held at a Japanese concentration camp. Today, we hear about her journey as an artist, and as a teacher at the University of Connecticut. -
Next year will mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This hour, we hear how different Connecticut institutions plan to recognize the anniversary. -
A Connecticut community has taken another step toward reckoning with its past history of slavery. For the first time ever, the town has named a street after a person who was enslaved there and walked that path each day. -
Motley was the first Black woman to serve as a federal judge and the first Black woman to argue a case before the U.S. Supreme Court
America @ 250 | Local Videos
Celebrate Connecticut’s history and the importance of democracy, with this curated collection of historical documentaries from the Connecticut Public archives.
CLICK HERE to see when these programs are airing on CPTV.
Support for Connecticut Public’s 250th Anniversary Celebration is made possible by Tabletop Gaming Center and Connecticut Army National Guard.
Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation; and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.