America. Made in Virginia
From the first English settlement at Jamestown to the surrender of the British at Yorktown. From “Give me liberty or give me death” to “all men are created equal.” From Washington and Jefferson to Madison and Monroe. From Powhatan and Pocahontas to James Armistead Lafayette and Gowan Pamphlet. From the ideas that inspired it to the battlefields that decided it. There is simply no America without it, and no better time than now to reconnect with your country in the place that made it possible.
The Semiquincentennial is not simply about our past; it reflects how our founding continues to shape our present and future. Our founders knew there was more work required 250 years ago, and work remains to be done. This is why the VA250 Commission has chosen “To Form a More Perfect Union” as its theme. Our overarching goals are:
The logo and tagline were designed to incorporate a visual play on words, and provide a simply yet flexible design language, emphasizing that Virginia boasts many voices, experiences, and contributions to America. These designs would include an easily identifiable typeface and color combination while keeping Virginia front and center. The VA250 Brand Guidelines map out the proper usage of these brand elements for VA250.
Click here to request the VA250 logo.
Customized Logos
For local committees and organizational partners, customized versions of the VA250 logo are available. These logos feature the VA250 logo along with the city, county, or organization name.
Click here to request the customized VA250 logo.
Effective media relations are essential for generating excitement and community engagement around the VA250 commemoration. VA250 has put together guidelines on the best practices for crafting news releases and media advisories including templates. Click here for more.
The VA250 Calendar of Events, Places to Visit listings, and the accompanying Interactive Map are robust and encompass the state-wide approach of the VA250 commemoration. The VA250 Commission is unable to amplify these museums, exhibits, and events if they are not on these listings.
Click here to submit an event.
Click here to submit your historical site or museum to the listing if it’s missing.
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Trevor Grimm
Marketing & Brand Director
tgrimm@va250.virginia.gov
O: (804) 967-3749 | C: (757) 936-2360
Mike Frontiero
Chief Communications Officer
mfrontiero@va250.virginia.gov
O: (804) 967-3750 | C: (804) 823-9016