12-20-2025 1:23pm

Hillsborough Begins Planning for America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration

Donnella Tilery Editor

As the nation looks ahead to a historic milestone—the 250th Anniversary of the United States in 2026—Hillsborough Township is beginning early preparations to mark the occasion in a meaningful and community-centered way.

Local officials have announced the launch of planning efforts for an America 250 celebration that aims to honor the township’s history while highlighting the people, businesses, and organizations that make Hillsborough what it is today. Township leaders emphasize that this anniversary is not just a national observance, but an opportunity for local reflection, storytelling, and civic pride.

To that end, Hillsborough is inviting residents and local businesses to participate in a brief survey designed to gather ideas, interests, and potential involvement. The survey seeks input on possible activities, historical themes, and ways local businesses and community members might contribute to the celebration. Organizers say the goal is to ensure the event is inclusive, representative, and engaging for the entire community.

Community feedback will play a key role in shaping the final plans, helping organizers design programming that reflects Hillsborough’s past, present, and future.

Residents and business owners who would like to share their ideas or learn how they can participate are encouraged to complete the survey at the link below:

https://buff.ly/gHfHCX4

Planning is still in its early stages, and township leaders note that now is the ideal time for community voices to be heard as Hillsborough begins preparing for this once-in-a-generation anniversary.