Calling All Patriotic Communities!
The America 250 Missouri Commission invites you to participate in a series of events as we count down to July 4, 2026.
Patriotic Plantings
Start planning now for floral displays for next spring Courthouses, businesses, and personal residences are encouraged to design lower beds and containers incorporating red, white, and blue Driving through neighborhoods to see next summers flora, fauna, and flags will rival the tradition of viewing Christmas light displays. Start planning your summer display and set aside the proper funds for Patriotic Displays 2026!
Grants For Arts project
The Grants for Arts Projects FY27 Guidelines are now published on arts.gov: https://www.arts.gov/grants/grants-for-arts-projects
The funding opportunity package is also now live on Grants.gov for the first Grants for Arts Projects deadline, February 12, 2026 11:59PM ET. The grants.gov package will be posted later for the second Grants for Arts Projects deadline, which is July 9, 2026 11:59 pm ET for projects with a start date of June 1, 2027 or later.