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The National Archives has selected HistoryMiami Museum in Downtown Miami as one of eight museums nationwide to host the National Archives\u2019 \u201cFreedom Plane National Tour: Documents That Forged a Nation,\u201d a traveling exhibition marking the 250th anniversary of the United States. HistoryMiami dates are June 20-July 5.<\/p>\n
Announced recently by the National Archives and Records Administration, the \u201cFreedom Plane National Tour\u201d will bring original Founding-era documents to communities across the country throughout 2026. Inspired by the Bicentennial Freedom Train, the exhibition expands public access to records fundamental to the nation\u2019s founding, many of which have not traveled outside Washington, DC, in decades.<\/p>\n
The documents will travel together and arrive to much fanfare on June 15, via a specially designated aircraft. HistoryMiami Museum will host the exhibition June 20 through July 5 presenting Miamians, Floridians, and visitors to the state with a rare opportunity to experience these historic documents firsthand on the very day it celebrates America\u2019s semiquincentennial year, July 4.<\/p>\n
\u201cHosting the Freedom Plane National Tour is both an honor and a responsibility,\u201d said Natalia Crujeiras, president and CEO of HistoryMiami Museum. \u201cThese documents belong to all Americans. Presenting them in Miami, a global city shaped by democratic ideals and extraordinary diversity, creates a powerful space for reflection on our nation\u2019s origins and its ongoing promise. We are excited to give the community an opportunity to experience and reflect on the people who laid the foundations for this great country.\u201d<\/p>\n
Original National Archives records featured in the exhibition include:
\u2022 The William Stone engraving of the Declaration of Independence
\u2022 The Articles of Association
\u2022 Oaths of Allegiance signed by George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and Aaron Burr
\u2022 The Treaty of Paris
\u2022 A draft printing of the Constitution
\u2022 State delegation votes<\/p>\n
As part of the celebration, the Museum also will unveil a digital mural where guests can share their \u201cWishes for America\u201d both in the museum and from home. This dynamic, ever-evolving participatory experience invites people across Miami to share their hopes for the future.<\/p>\n
Guests also can celebrate the nation\u2019s birthday on the HistoryMiami plaza on July 4, with a special birthday party for America. The exhibition and celebration are free to attend.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs our nation prepares to mark its 250th anniversary, it is deeply meaningful that Miami has been chosen as one of only eight cities to host the Freedom Plane National Tour,\u201d said Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. \u201cBringing these founding-era documents to our community affirms that America\u2019s story belongs to everyone. Through our own local initiative, a countywide committee has been established to commemorate this historic milestone, and this exhibition at HistoryMiami Museum will serve as a powerful cornerstone \u2014 inviting residents and visitors alike to engage directly with the ideals of freedom, democracy, and opportunity that continue to shape our diverse and dynamic county. I am proud that Miami-Dade is helping carry this national legacy forward.\u201d<\/p>\n
To accompany HistoryMiami Museum\u2019s presentation of the National Archives exhibition \u201cDocuments that Forged a Nation,\u201d the museum is proud to launch \u201cAmerica 250: Voices of the Future,\u201d a countywide high school speech contest celebrating the semiquincentennial of the United States. This premier youth oratorical competition invites Miami-Dade students to reflect on the enduring ideals of America\u2019s founding documents and articulate how those principles can shape a more just and inclusive future. The winning essay will be accessioned into HistoryMiami Museum\u2019s permanent collection, and the student will be invited to present their speech during official events commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States.<\/p>\n
The\u201d Freedom Plane National Tour\u201d is made possible in part by the National Archives Foundation, through the support of The Boeing Company, Comcast Corporation, Microsoft, and P&G, with additional support from FedEx.<\/p>\n
HistoryMiami is located at 101 W. Flagler St. in Downtown Miami; museum tickets will be free to the public during the duration of the exhibition.<\/p>\n
About HistoryMiami Museum
Founded in 1940, HistoryMiami Museum is one of the oldest cultural institutions in Miami and a Smithsonian Affiliate. It is committed to preserving and celebrating the rich history of the city, its people, and its diverse communities. With a mission to provide inclusive spaces for dialogue and reflection, the museum creates immersive exhibitions and educational programs that engage visitors in meaningful explorations of Miami\u2019s past, present and future.<\/p>\n
The museum\u2019s extensive collections \u2014 comprising over 30,000 artifacts and more than two million images \u2014 offer a deep dive into the stories that shape Miami\u2019s identity. In addition to exhibitions and collections, HistoryMiami offers public programs, community initiatives, and special events that encourage civic engagement and highlight what makes Miami, Miami.<\/p>\n
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