The Story of America.
The Story of Freedom.
Freedom 250 traces the story of the American founding through original documents, historic figures, and pivotal moments that transformed thirteen colonies into an independent nation.
Explore immersive virtual galleries dedicated to the Declaration of Independence, the Revolutionary War, the Founding Fathers, and the women whose contributions helped shape the nation's future.
Through the exhibition and a series of live virtual events, visitors are invited to examine the ideas, challenges, and aspirations that continue to influence American society 250 years later.
Exhibition Info
Explore the milestones, documents, and voices that shaped America's founding story through a guided virtual experience.
Virtual Exhibition
Journey through four interactive galleries exploring the people, events, and ideas that shaped the founding of the United States.
Featured Themes
Discover the Declaration of Independence, the Road to Revolution, the Founding Fathers, and the women whose contributions helped define the nation’s early history.
Visitor Information
The exhibition is available online and may be explored at your own pace from anywhere in the world.
Special Events
Upcoming programs, conversations, and live virtual sessions connected to Freedom 250.
Exhibition Opening. The Road to Revolution: How the Colonies Reached July 4, 1776
Join us for the opening of the Freedom 250 virtual exhibition and the launch of American Center Minsk's summer program series dedicated to U.S. history.
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2026 is a special year for the United States as the country marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. To celebrate this milestone, we have prepared a virtual exhibition and invite you to join us for its opening!
Through the exhibition, you will explore key moments in American history, learn more about the people who helped shape the nation, and follow the journey from the colonial era to independence and the creation of a new country.
The exhibition opening will also launch a summer series of American Center Minsk programs dedicated to U.S. history. Over the coming months, we will explore important chapters of the American story through the Freedom250 initiative, discover remarkable historical figures, and discuss the ideas that have influenced the development of the United States and its role in the world.
Our special guest for the opening will be Ann Mangold, Public Diplomacy Officer at the U.S. Embassy Vilnius Belarus Affairs Unit.
The event will also feature a lecture by renowned American historian, author, filmmaker, and longtime friend of American Center Minsk David Goldfield. He will discuss the events that led to the American Revolution. Why did British colonists in North America see themselves as loyal subjects of the British Empire in the mid-18th century, only to begin a struggle for independence a few years later? What decisions, conflicts, and ideas led to the birth of a new nation? Join us to explore these questions and more.
We invite you to celebrate the opening of the exhibition with us and discover U.S. history through the events and individuals that shaped its development.
4th of July Virtual Picnic: BBQ, Fireworks & English Practice
English Speaking Club invites you to a virtual picnic with Anelly Arana, a native English speaker, teacher, and university professor from Florida.
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We're celebrating the 4th of July with a conversation about how Americans actually spend the holiday: what goes on the BBQ, what games people play in the backyard, what sports everyone watches, and how the night ends with fireworks.
Expect holiday traditions, favourite recipes, family games, and a few facts that might surprise you.
It is a real conversation with someone who knows this holiday from the inside, and a great chance to practise your English. Join us!
Creative Writing Marathon
American Center Minsk launches a Creative Writing Marathon led by Angela Dadak, English Language Instructor, Multilingual Writing Specialist, and U.S. Department of State English Language Fellow.
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Over 9 letters delivered straight to your inbox, you'll explore some of the most significant works of American literature.
You will dive into excerpts, discover connected music and podcasts, and reflect on discussion questions that come with each letter.
Each letter also includes a writing prompt to practise your English in the style of the book or author. Share your texts in our Telegram chat and get personal feedback from Angela.
The marathon spans poetry, history, fiction, biography, and much more. The first letter arrives July 2. Sign up by July 1.
Our Speakers
Placeholder speaker lineup for historians, educators, curators, and community voices.
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