Anchors of Freedom

In honor of the US Navy’s 250th birthday on October 13th, please join Idaho Public Television and the Idaho State Historical Society for Anchors of Freedom: Celebrating America250 and America’s Sagebrush Navy. This free three-night gathering, taking place on October 13th, 14th, and 15th, brings together communities across North Idaho to honor the intertwined histories of America’s maritime heritage and Idaho’s unique naval legacy. These events will celebrate America250, the semi-quincentennial celebration of the country’s founding through film, discussion, and community engagement. Each evening features a tailored program that elevates both local and national stories of service, innovation, and patriotism. This event is brought to you by a coalition of cultural, educational, and media organizations, including Idaho Public Television, the Idaho State Historical Society, the USS Idaho Commissioning Committee, the University of Idaho, the Museum of North Idaho, the Coeur d’Alene Public Library, and the West Bonnor Library District, among others. Each night’s program will include remarks from elected officials and members of the USS Idaho Commissioning Committee, followed by the film screening of America’s Sagebrush Navy and segments from Ken Burns’ forthcoming documentary series, The American Revolution. Learn more at IdahoPTV.org/events.