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Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary through International Partnerships

As the official International Resource Partner of the America250 Commission and working with the White House Freedom250 Commission on select future programming, Meridian International Center will commemorate America’s 250th anniversary by highlighting the global relationships that have shaped the United States since its founding. For more than six decades, Meridian has served as a trusted hub for diplomacy and cultural exchange in Washington, D.C.

In 2026, we will mark the Semiquincentennial of the United States by convening embassies, international leaders, and American changemakers to showcase how partnerships across borders have defined—and continue to strengthen—our security, prosperity, and global leadership. Latest Programs America: An Unfinished Portrait — Exhibition Opening Diplomacy at 250: A Canvas of Connection and the Enduring Power of Japan–U.S....

Meridian and Google Arts & Culture Celebrate America’s 250th The New Power Play and Presentation of the 2026 Meridian Global Leadership Award... 2026 White House Correspondents’ Reception Meridian’s Diplomacy at 250 Celebrations Embassy Salon Series Quarterly programs hosted at partner embassies across Washington, D.C., featuring discussions on bilateral ties, trade, and culture. Cultural Diplomacy Programs Exhibitions, performances, and artistic exchanges that illustrate the creativity and cultural heritage connecting the U.S. with nations worldwide.

International Exchange Integration Incorporating themes around the 250th into Meridian’s flagship programs, including the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), to engage our network of 90,000+ alumni, from heads of state to civil society leaders. America's 250th in a Global Context The 250th anniversary of the United States is more than a commemoration of the nation’s founding—it is a moment to reaffirm the power of international cooperation.

By engaging embassies, governments, businesses, and cultural institutions, Meridian will ensure that Diplomacy at 250 is not only a national milestone but a global celebration of shared values and future collaboration. “Meridian is proud to be part of America's 250th celebrations, expanding the initiative to share the American story beyond our borders. We look forward to collaborating with our diplomatic partners to celebrate the people-to-people connections that define our nation and celebrate the shared values, traditions, and cultural bonds that unite us.” - Natalie Jones, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Meridian International Center Partner with Meridian Meridian invites embassies, corporations, foundations, and global leaders to join us in shaping the international dimension of America's 250th anniversary.

Together, we can honor the partnerships that defined the past 250 years and build the foundation for the next 250. Contact Us Meghan Murphy Senior Director, Institutional Partnerships Center for Corporate Diplomacy | Meridian International Center mmurphy@meridian.org .