Ep. 223: Carrie Tipton: Tennessee America 250
Update: 2026-03-10
Description
In this episode, the conversation turns to one of the most significant commemorations of our lifetime: the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Carrie Tipton, Ph.D., coordinator of Tennessee’s America 250 commemoration, discusses the many ways the state is preparing to mark this historic milestone.
Tipton explains the national America 250 initiative and Tennessee’s approach to telling its own story through the theme “Tennessee: The Original Frontier.” From grant programs supporting local history projects to exhibitions, events, and educational initiatives across the state, she shares how communities of all sizes are being encouraged to reflect on the past, engage with the present, and consider what the next 250 years might hold.
The episode also highlights how Discovery Park of America is bringing Tennessee America 250 to life through exhibitions, performances, living history, and public programs throughout 2026.
This episode is sponsored by The Citizens Bank.
This podcast episode is available online on Soundcloud, Castbox, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify and other popular podcast platforms and apps.
Tipton explains the national America 250 initiative and Tennessee’s approach to telling its own story through the theme “Tennessee: The Original Frontier.” From grant programs supporting local history projects to exhibitions, events, and educational initiatives across the state, she shares how communities of all sizes are being encouraged to reflect on the past, engage with the present, and consider what the next 250 years might hold.
The episode also highlights how Discovery Park of America is bringing Tennessee America 250 to life through exhibitions, performances, living history, and public programs throughout 2026.
This episode is sponsored by The Citizens Bank.
This podcast episode is available online on Soundcloud, Castbox, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify and other popular podcast platforms and apps.
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