Watervliet plans time capsule for America’s Semiquincentennial celebrated at the Independence Day Celebration
As the year 2026 gets underway, communities across the nation are preparing to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence — America’s Semiquincentennial. In Michigan, this milestone is being marked through the America250MI statewide initiative, which encourages local towns and cities to plan events, educational projects, and legacy activities tied to the nation’s history.



