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CRH partners with The Great American Road Trip to celebrate 250 years of American landmarks, roads, and bridges
(Washington, DC – January 19, 2026) The Great American Road Trip, a national storytelling initiative celebrating the people, places, and innovations that define the United States, today announced CRH as an official sponsor for the 2026 journey leading into America’s 250th birthday. CRH, a leading provider of building materials critical to modernizing infrastructure, will support The Great American Road Trip’s multi-platform celebration of travel, exploration, and the American spirit. CRH’s sponsorship will bring added depth to The Great American… Read More
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Boeing Named a National Sponsor of The Great American Road Trip
The Great American Road Trip today announced Boeing as a national sponsor, marking a significant partnership as the initiative builds momentum toward celebrating America’s 250th birthday in 2026. Read More
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How Travel Connects America: 250 Years of Journeys That Unite Us
Long before highways crisscrossed the country or airports connected coast to coast, America grew through movement. People traveled rivers, wagon routes, rail lines, and dusty roads to build communities, exchange goods and ideas, and discover what lay beyond the horizon. Travel didn’t just shape our geography; it shaped our identity as a nation. Over the centuries, each new mode of transportation unlocked opportunity. Railroads knit together distant regions. The automobile expanded personal freedom. The Interstate System redefined mobility and… Read More
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Toyota Partners with The Great American Road Trip to Celebrate American Innovation Ahead of the Nation’s 250th Anniversary
The Great American Road Trip, a national storytelling initiative celebrating the people, places, and innovations that define the United States, today announced a new partnership with Toyota for the upcoming 2026 Road Trip, leading into America’s 250th birthday. As one of the most trusted and iconic automotive brands in the country, Toyota will join The Great American Road Trip as an official sponsor, helping inspire Americans to explore the open road during this historic anniversary year. Read More
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Hitting the Road Toward America’s 250th Year
In 2026, the United States will celebrate a once-in-a-generation milestone: 250 years since the nation’s founding. It’s a moment to celebrate how far we’ve come, and an invitation to get out, explore the country, and experience the places and people that make America what it is today. That’s where The Great American Roadtrip begins. As the calendar turns to 2026, we’ll be traveling across the country, city by city, back road by back road, highlighting the communities that shape… Read More
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American Bus Association Partners with The Great American Road Trip to Champion Group Travel and Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary
The Great American Road Trip, a national storytelling initiative celebrating the people, places, and experiences that define the United States, today announced a new partnership with the American Bus Association (ABA), the leading trade association for bus, tour, and group travel companies across North America. ABA will join The Great American Road Trip as an official partner for the 2026 journey, leading into America’s 250th birthday. Read More
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The Great American Road Trip Designated an Official Route 66 Centennial Project
The Great American Road Trip has been officially designated as an Official Route 66 Centennial Project by the U.S. Route 66 Centennial Commission, marking a significant milestone as the nation prepares to celebrate the 100th anniversary of one of America’s most iconic highways. Read More
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U.S. Travel Association Joins The Great American Road Trip as National Partner to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary
The Great American Road Trip today announced a new partnership with the U.S. Travel Association. The Great American Road Trip is a nationwide storytelling initiative celebrating the people, places, and innovations that shape the United States. As the leading voice for the travel industry, U.S. Travel will support The Great American Road Trip’s efforts to inspire millions of Americans to explore the country ahead of its 250th birthday. Read More
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Welcome to The Great American Road Trip Blog
Exploring the people, places, and ideas that move America forward. To love America, you have to see America. As we head into America’s 250th birthday, there’s never been a better time to rediscover the stories that have shaped our past and the innovations steering our future. Read More
