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Rochester Post Bulletin Celebrates 50 Years Since Bicentennial Coverage
Local newspaper republishes historic front pages from 1976 leading up to America's 250th anniversary.
Mar. 12, 2026 at 7:50am
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The Rochester Post Bulletin is republishing the exact front pages from its newspaper 50 years ago in 1976, the year of America's Bicentennial celebration. This special project will run daily, culminating on July 4, 2026 for the nation's 250th anniversary. Readers can revisit local and world events, advertisements, and community life from that historic year.
Why it matters
The republication of these historic front pages provides a unique opportunity for readers to step back in time and experience the local perspective and coverage of the Bicentennial year. It offers a window into the community's mindset, concerns, and celebrations leading up to America's 200th birthday.
The details
The Post Bulletin is diving into its archives to republish the exact front pages from 50 years ago in 1976. This daily project will continue until July 4, 2026, when the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary. Readers can expect to see a range of local and national news stories, advertisements, and other community content that was featured on the front pages during the Bicentennial year.
- The republication project began on March 12, 2026, 50 years after the original front page was published.
- The project will continue daily until July 4, 2026, when America celebrates its 250th anniversary.
The players
Rochester Post Bulletin
A local newspaper serving the Rochester, Minnesota area that has been in operation since 1878.
What’s next
Readers can follow along with the daily republication of historic front pages on the Post Bulletin's website and in the print edition leading up to America's 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026.
The takeaway
This republication project provides a unique opportunity for readers to step back in time and experience the local perspective and coverage of the Bicentennial year, offering a window into the community's mindset, concerns, and celebrations leading up to America's 200th birthday.
