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.
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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Jill Lepore and Jon Meacham discuss what, if anything, the past can teach us about our political moment. They talk about Independence Day and myths from U.S. history. -
We talk about Paul Revere's momentous ride and parse out the Longfellow poem commemorating it. Plus: Revere's route today. -
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, historian Beverly Gage took a road trip around the country to visit over three hundred historic sites. Gage joins us this hour to reflect on what she learned, and what's ahead on this anniversary year. -
Yale University is hosting a conference this week exploring the Declaration’s legacies for Indigenous peoples and Native nations, as the U.S. marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. -
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.
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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.