October 13, 2025

Washington, D.C. – America250, the bipartisan organization charged by Congress to lead the commemoration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, has announced a national supporting partnership with Sail4th 250, the non-profit organizing the 30-nation international tall ship extravaganza in New York on July 4, 2026.

In conjunction with the U.S. Navy, the events will include an International Naval Review and a multi-nation aerial review in New York.

As the successor to Operation Sail, Sail 4th proudly commemorates patriotic American milestones with a massive armada of the world’s largest tall ships. Together, America250 and Sail4th will bring history to life, fostering a deeper connection to the nation’s past while shaping the future of civic engagement and historical appreciation.

“We couldn’t be more excited to join forces with Sail4th 250 to mark this once-in-a-generation milestone in such a powerful and visible way,” said Rosie Rios, Chair of America250. “These ships sailing into the New York Harbor will be a breathtaking tribute to our maritime history, the brotherhood of the sea, and goodwill between nations.”

Ambassador Monica Crowley, Chief of Protocol of the United States and President Trump’s administration representative for America’s 250th birthday, said, “The sight of so many tall ships from allied nations around the world that will be honoring our country and celebrating America’s 250th anniversary in the Port of New York and New Jersey will be truly inspiring.  This weeklong event will bring us together like never before in the common pursuit of freedom, liberty and democracy.”

Christopher O’Brien, president of Sail4th, said: “The opportunity of welcoming these magnificent tall ships parading in honor of our nation creates lasting memories for a whole new generation of families. Together, we will amplify efforts to commemorate this historic anniversary and inspire future generations to connect with their American story.”

Through their respective educational programs, America250 and Sail4th will engage Americans of all ages, focusing on empowering the next generation with knowledge and pride in the nation’s history.

For more details on Sail 4th, www.sail4th.org. To learn more about America250 and its national commemorative efforts, visit America250.org.

About America250

America250’s mission is to celebrate and commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, marking America’s Semiquincentennial. We aim to inspire our fellow Americans to reflect on our past, strengthen our love of country, and renew our commitment to the ideals of democracy through programs that educate, engage, and unite us as a nation. America250 will foster shared experiences that spark imagination, showcase the rich tapestry of our American stories, inspire service in our communities, honor the enduring strength, and celebrate the resilience of the United States of America.

About Sail4th 250

Sail4th, the New York and New Jersey component of Sail 250, a five-port consortium creating tall ship events in New Orleans, Norfolk, Baltimore and Boston, is the official high-profile international tall ship and government project formed to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States.  As a major component of a nationwide endeavor, Sail4th 250 will host tall ships over the weekend of July 4, 2026. The six-day celebration will be the culmination of a multi-year platform of storytelling, events and diverse celebrations around the nation. For more information, please visit https://www.sail4th.org/, and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X.

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