America 250 Planning Session

Come and connect with others who are interested in working on plans to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States in 2026.

This monthly meeting space on the 4th Wednesdays is dedicated for those who would like the opportunity to connect, collaborate, and work on projects that align with Vermont’s 250th Anniversary Commission’s mission to “…inspire all Vermonters to learn from the history, legacy, and context of the past to build strong Vermont communities for the future.”

For the June gathering, special guest Breanna Sheehan, Administrative Director, Vermont Commission on Native American Affairs will be joining the discussion.  Breanna is a 2016 graduate of Brattleboro Union High School.  She will share her experience growing up as a Native person in/around Brattleboro.

The space is being hosted by Brooks Memorial Library, Vermont Independent Media (The Commons) and Windham World Affairs Council, with support from the Vermont Humanities Council. We are already working together on a collaboration entitled, ‘Examining American Identity and Leadership in a Changing World – and have have joined America 250, a national initiative asking communities to plan for how to commemorate the 250th year of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Its mission is to provide opportunities for all Americans to pause and reflect on our nation’s past & present, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look to the future we want to create for the next generation and beyond.