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In 2026, the United States will commemorate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This anniversary offers an opportunity to reflect on our nation's history and join our neighbors in celebrating what this country means to us.
In Meridian, we are proud of our community and join every state in commemorating this event with civic pride, education opportunities, and many events throughout the summer.
Learn more about America 250 events below.
As part of the America 250 commemoration, our community will host a variety of events, programs, and activities designed to engage, educate, and inspire our residents.
Thank you to all the volunteers who have made this possible.
Join us to listen to stories from longtime Meridian residents about the history of our City and what life was like in past times.
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Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome.
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America 250 Art Exhibit at the Initial Point Gallery
Meridian City Hall’s Initial Point Gallery will showcase a new art exhibit on May 20, 2026. The exhibit titled “The Pursuit of Happiness” will showcase artwork by Boise Open Studios Collective Organization (BOSCO).
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The artwork in this exhibit was created in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. BOSCO artists were asked to reflect on “The Pursuit of Happiness” and what it means to them. The artwork will be displayed alongside an exhibit of historical panels developed through a multi-state collaboration titled, “Moments That Made Us”.
The Meridian community will gather to mark Memorial Day with an uplifting and patriotic ceremony at the Rock of Honor Veterans Memorial located insider Kleiner Park. The ceremony will begin at 11:00 am and last approximately 45 minutes. Seating is limited, so attendees are encouraged to bring folding chairs or lawn blankets.
Presented by the Rock of Honor Board, the City of Meridian, and other local veterans organizations.
Kleiner Park is located at 1900 N. Records Avenue in Meridian. The Rock of Honor is located just southwest of the Meridian Senior Center Building.
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Artist Reception - Pursuit of Happiness
The Pursuit of Happiness is an art exhibition celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Flag Day Pancake Feed - Honoring Heroes
The City of Meridian invites the community to celebrate Gene Kleiner Day on Saturday, June 13, 2026. The event, which will include a reading of a Gene Kleiner Day proclamation and a free concert by the Meridian Symphony Orchestra, honors the generosity of the day’s namesake, who donated the 60-acre, $25 million Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park to the City of Meridian and its residents. Gene made the donation in honor of his late father, Julius, who once farmed the land on which the park now sits and operated until his passing in 1972.
The Meridian Symphony Orchestra will present a free concert at the Kleiner Park Bandshell, beginning at 4:00 p.m. This family-friendly performance, under the direction of conductor Jennifer Drake, will feature a vibrant mix of classical favorites and patriotic selections in honor of America250.
The featured pieces will include:
Attendees are encouraged to bring folding chairs or blankets for seating and are welcome to bring picnics. Kleiner Park’s concession stand will also be open this evening.
Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park is located at 1900 N. Records Avenue in Meridian. The nearly 60-acre park is situated behind The Village at Meridian at the corner of Eagle Road and Fairview. The park boasts 3.3 miles of walking paths; pickleball courts; a tree arboretum; fishing ponds; the Rock of Honor Veterans Memorial; a memorial brick plaza; basketball, volleyball, and bocce ball courts; multiple picnic shelters; a community garden; an outdoor gym and a full spectrum of youth play equipment.
Ignite the Spirit
Booth at the Independence Day celebration and fireworks show
America 250 in Idaho
To explore celebrations happening across the state, view the official events calendar from the Idaho America 250 Commission.
State park fees have been waived for Idaho residents on July 4 to celebrate America 250.
