America 250 is a year-long celebration offering many opportunities for creative expression, community gathering, and civic pride throughout the Town of North Hempstead.
Featured Event
Spring Family Festival & America 250 Student Showcase
Clark Botanic Garden, Albertson · Saturday, May 2, 2026 · 12pm–5pm
The America 250 student star mosaic will be on display at this year's Spring Family Festival. Selected stars will be specially recognized at the event. The showcase begins Friday, May 1st and continues through the weekend — featuring student artwork created by K–12 participants from across the Town of North Hempstead.
All Events
Remembrance · Camaraderie
Memorial Day Commemoration & Fireworks Extravaganza
North Hempstead Beach Park, Port Washington · Gates open 3 PM · Program begins 6:30 PM
A rousing celebration of America's 250th Anniversary and a hometown tribute honoring America's fallen heroes. Veterans: contact the Parks Department for special recognition at the event — (516) 869-6311. View flyer →
Community · Arts
Spring Family Festival & America 250 Student Showcase
Clark Botanic Garden, Albertson · 12pm–5pm
The student star mosaic goes on display. Selected stars will be recognized. Open to all families. Artwork display begins Friday, May 1st.
Education · Deadline
America 250 School Craft Request Deadline
Town of North Hempstead Department of Community Services
Last day for teachers to register for the wooden star craft project. Contact [email protected] or call (516) 869-2431.
Civic
Unveiling of Historic Tapestries
Town of North Hempstead · 6:30 PM
Supervisor Jennifer S. DeSena, the Town Board, Town Clerk Ragini Srivastava and Howard Kroplick of the Roslyn Landmark Society will recognize a tapestry and crocheted American flag originally created for the U.S. Bicentennial, now displayed near the boardroom as a link between past and future celebrations. Join us for a brief recognition of these historic pieces.
Civic · Address
2026 State of the Town Address
Harbor Links Golf Course, Port Washington
Supervisor Jennifer S. DeSena — "North Hempstead and America 250: A Legacy of Liberty, A Future of Promise." Read the full text →
Additional America 250 Events
Locations across the Town of North Hempstead
More America 250 events will be announced throughout 2026. Check back for updates.
America 250 is a year-long celebration — many more events, showcases, and opportunities for community involvement will be announced throughout 2026.
For event inquiries, contact the Supervisor's Office:
[email protected]
| (516) 869-7822
2026 State of the Town Address
"A Legacy of Liberty, A Future of Promise"
Read Supervisor DeSena's full March 2026 address — the keynote statement for North Hempstead's America 250 year.