FamilySearch Collaborates with America250 for U.S. 250th Anniversary

The genealogy organization will offer special events and experiences at its centers nationwide.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 1:47pm

FamilySearch International, a popular genealogy organization sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, announced on January 29, 2026 that it is collaborating with America250 - the official nonpartisan initiative established by Congress to commemorate the United States' 250th anniversary. Throughout 2026, select FamilySearch centers and affiliate libraries across the U.S. will offer America250-themed experiences as part of the partnership.

Why it matters

The collaboration between FamilySearch and America250 allows the genealogy organization to play a role in commemorating this historic milestone for the United States. By offering special events and experiences at its centers nationwide, FamilySearch can help Americans connect with their family histories and the broader story of the country.

The details

FamilySearch's theme for the America250 collaboration is 'Together, we build America's story.' The partnership will bring America250-themed experiences to select FamilySearch centers and affiliate libraries across the U.S. throughout 2026, the year of the country's 250th anniversary.

  • FamilySearch announced the collaboration on January 29, 2026.
  • The special events and experiences will take place throughout 2026, the year of the U.S. 250th anniversary.

The players

FamilySearch International

An international genealogy organization and popular website sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

America250

The official nonpartisan initiative established by Congress to commemorate the United States' 250th anniversary.

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The takeaway

The collaboration between FamilySearch and America250 allows the genealogy organization to play a meaningful role in commemorating this historic milestone for the United States, helping Americans connect with their family histories and the broader story of the country.