A Letter From Our Co-Founder, Kelsey Grammer

A civics-led education program delivered via a mobile app, a daily video series and a book.

The American Revelation is an educational program celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. Over the course of America's semiquincentennial year, we will deliver a rich mix of content and experiences to engage Americans of all ages. Through our mobile app, participants can access daily educational videos and essays, participate in games, daily challenges, and community events — all crafted to explore and celebrate the nation’s history, founding principles, and enduring values.

In addition, The American Revelation book will capture the voices, virtues, and defining moments of American history, providing a lasting resource for learning and inspiration. From schools to communities to families, The American Revelation aims to create moments of discovery and connection across the country, turning a historic milestone into a living celebration.

The American Revelation honors our past, celebrates our present, and inspires our future.

Our initiatives span education, entertainment, community engagement, and personal growth — all built to help Americans reflect on where we’ve been, who we are, and where we’re headed.

From daily storytelling and interactive learning to real-world events and opportunities for service, each initiative is crafted to make the Semiquincentennial a shared experience for every generation. Whether you’re exploring our past, strengthening your civic knowledge, connecting with your community, or celebrating what it means to be American, these programs offer a place for you to participate, learn, and lead.

The largest American museum ever created, and it fits right in your pocket.

The American Revelation is a mobile app designed as a dynamic, digital museum that brings history and civics to life in an engaging, modern format. The app curates a rich collection of multimedia experiences, including an original video series, in-depth historical essays, and thoughtfully designed civics quizzes. Users can explore America’s story at their own pace. Each piece of content is crafted to be both informative and immersive, helping users deepen their understanding of the nation’s past, principles, and ongoing evolution.

Beyond traditional learning, The American Revelation transforms education into an interactive journey through games and narrative-driven adventures that challenge users to think critically and engage directly with key moments and ideas

Our app allows you to live the American story, one year at a time.

We’re taking you on a journey through American history; one day for each year since 1776. Each day the app unlocks educational content and activities rooted in that year’s events, people, and significance, giving users a simple, meaningful way to explore our shared past and reflect on how it shapes our present.

Live the American Story, one year at a time.

Kelsey Grammer guides us through 250 episodes of American history

Our historical video series will consist of 250 emotionally resonant, three-minute educational videos filmed across the nation and designed for schools, homes, libraries, and digital audiences.

Kelsey Grammer will guide us through 250 years of American history, with each daily video focusing on a single year. Structured like a historical bulletin, each episode highlights the most significant events, influential figures, and defining moments from that year, offering viewers a clear and engaging snapshot in just 3 minutes.

The series will be tailored for distribution on the national app as well as daily use in classrooms.

Delivered daily through our national app, the series will serve as a catalyst for learning, reflection, and participation from all Americans across the country.

Your Passport to Civic Adventure.

Our Civic Passport initiative is designed to engage and motivate individuals to actively participate in civic and educational activities. By tracking each user’s involvement in our digital curriculum, volunteer efforts, and visits to museums and libraries, the program creates a comprehensive record of engagement. Users earn points and badges for completing activities, offering tangible recognition for their efforts and encouraging continued participation.

Beyond tracking, the Civic Passport transforms engagement into reward. Points and badges can lead to prizes, creating a system that not only incentivizes learning and volunteering but also fosters a deeper connection to local cultural institutions. By motivating users to explore their communities and celebrate the 250th anniversary of America, the initiative combines education, service, and civic pride into a single, interactive experience.