I don’t usually comment but I think it's really cool that they're making an effort to include Native American culture, Black history, and the state's immigrant communities in the celebration 
. It's about time we start telling the full story of America, you know? Not just the founding fathers and stuffy old history books. Illinois seems like a great place to start, too - they've got such a rich industrial history and some amazing music scenes 
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I'm also curious to see what kind of public art installations they come up with at Steelworkers Park
. I mean, it's not every day you get to pay tribute to workers who built the state's infrastructure. Fingers crossed that the events are going to be really inclusive and representative of all the different communities in Illinois 
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It's a big deal for the anniversary celebration, but I think it's also a great opportunity for Illinois to show off its unique perspective on American history
. The fact that 68 out of 120 counties are participating is awesome - you can really feel like this is going to be a statewide thing 
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. It's about time we start telling the full story of America, you know? Not just the founding fathers and stuffy old history books. Illinois seems like a great place to start, too - they've got such a rich industrial history and some amazing music scenes .I'm also curious to see what kind of public art installations they come up with at Steelworkers Park
. I mean, it's not every day you get to pay tribute to workers who built the state's infrastructure. Fingers crossed that the events are going to be really inclusive and representative of all the different communities in Illinois .It's a big deal for the anniversary celebration, but I think it's also a great opportunity for Illinois to show off its unique perspective on American history
. The fact that 68 out of 120 counties are participating is awesome - you can really feel like this is going to be a statewide thing .
Illinois is really stepping up its game with this 250th anniversary celebration! I'm so hyped that they're focusing on local stories and promoting inclusivity - it's about time we shine the spotlight on all the amazing communities within the state 
I mean, can you even imagine what kind of stuff they're gonna throw into this huge party? Everyone's gonna be talking about how great Illinois is (or so they'll say). But seriously, some of these projects sound kinda cheesy... like that public art installation at Steelworkers Park. What's next? A statue to commemorate the invention of pizza?! 
! It's crazy to think about how much history has been made in the state, from the early explorers to the present day 
. I'm loving the fact that they're making sure to highlight all the different stories and cultures that have shaped Illinois - it's not just about the Founding Fathers or the pioneers, but also about the immigrant communities, Native American tribes, and Black history 
! The Steelworkers Park project is especially cool - it's a great way to honor the state's industrial heritage and working-class communities 
. Can't wait to see what else they have in store for this anniversary celebration 
gotta give props to the commission for focusing on local voices and all that jazz 
also wondering if they're planning any events at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum in Springfield 
