‘Freedom Plane’ Soars on Landmark Journey Honoring America’s 250th Anniversary

A Boeing 787 will travel to eight cities, delivering priceless Revolutionary War documents to enthusiastic audiences.
‘Freedom Plane’ Soars on Landmark Journey Honoring America’s 250th Anniversary
National Archives Chief Executive Officer Patrick Madden address an audience during an even marking the arrival of The Freedom Plane in Kansas City, Missouri, on March 2, 2026. Courtesy National Archives Foundation
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The promise of self-government and the conviction that every individual deserves life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness are evident throughout the founding documents of the United States.

As the nation gears up for its 250th birthday, several treasured historic records will embark on a journey aboard The Freedom Plane, visiting eight American cities for all to see.