America 250: Celebrating Science and Innovation

Event details Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026 Time: 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM Location: Prisco Community Center Type: Lecture About this event General Events Calendar home Calendar search Share on Facebook Tweet Email add to calendar contact add an event Event subscriptions General Events America 250: Celebrating Science and Innovation America 250: Celebrating Science and Innovation Aug 29, 2026 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Prisco Community Center Lecture Sponsor Congressman Bill Foster Registration Registration Views 20 Originating Calendar Illinois State Archaeological Survey Calendar America 250: Science & Innovation is a discussion highlighting the discoveries, technological advancements, and spirit of innovation that have shaped our nation over the past 250 years. The program will bring together community members, educators, students, and local leaders to explore how American ingenuity has transformed industries, advanced scientific research, and inspired generations of innovators. The program will feature a presentation by Illinois State Archaeological Survey archaeologist Dale Simpson Jr., titled “250 Years of Illinois Archaeology.” Seating is limited and registration is required. Official event details: https://calendars.illinois.edu/detail/7/33558067