
For the 2025-2026 school year, 250 awardees will be selected – nearly double the 150 from last year.
Now in its third year, “America’s Field Trip” is expanding significantly as part of the lead-up to the nation’s 250th birthday in 2026. The contest, according to the America250 website, “invites students in grades 3–12 to answer the question ‘What does America mean to you?’ through original writing or artwork.”
For the 2025-2026 school year, 250 awardees will be selected – nearly double the 150 from last year – giving more students the opportunity to experience free trips to some of the country’s most iconic historic and cultural sites in the summer of 2026. The 125 first-place awardees will enjoy an expanded slate of destinations.
The deadline for entry is March 30, 2026. Students, families and educators can find submission guidelines, contest rules, FAQs and classroom resources at america250.org/fieldtrip. A promotional flyer can be downloaded here.
By National Executive Committee resolution, American Legion departments and posts are encouraged to connect with their state and local America250 commissions. An online directory is available to contact these commissions at america250.org/our-partners/state-and-territory-commissions. Share your stories of involvement on Legiontown.
- USA250