How to Fit 250 Years of American History and Culture Into One Map

"The good thing about anniversaries is that you know they're coming. We wanted to do something big on the site for the 250th. That is, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of the United States of America. You may have heard-it's a birthday year for the nation. We have a major commemorative issue coming out for the print magazine this summer."

"In honor of the United States' 250th birthday this year, Smithsonian magazine has curated an interactive map, "250 Places to Celebrate America." The map features 250 of the most dramatic, intriguing, and surprising places to visit across the country, spanning ten categories including food, film and oddball Americana."

Smithsonian magazine marks the United States' 250th anniversary with a curated interactive map titled "250 Places to Celebrate America," showcasing 250 dramatic and intriguing destinations across the country spanning categories including food, film, and oddball Americana. The initiative includes a major commemorative print issue and podcast discussions exploring the significance of this milestone. Historians and editors examine how previous national birthdays were commemorated throughout American history and consider the broader context of celebrating this anniversary during a period of domestic turmoil. The project aims to highlight diverse and surprising aspects of American culture and geography worth visiting and experiencing.

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