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JMU to launch VA250 commemoration with March 2 kickoff event

James Madison University

Wed, February 25, 2026 at 11:15 PM GMT+9 1 min read

HARRISONBURG, Va, Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – James Madison University will launch its VA250 commemoration with a kickoff celebration of Virginia and America’s 250th anniversary and Civics Education Week with an evening of history, reflection and civic dialogue.

What: A special screening of Ken Burns’ new documentary “The American Revolution” followed by a panel discussion.

When: Monday, March 2 at 6 p.m.

Who: David Kirkpatrick, JMU vice president and chief of staff and Kara Dillard, executive director, James Madison Center for Civic Engagement

Where: Wilson Hall auditorium

Following the documentary, attendees can take part in a thought-provoking conversation with JMU historian Rebecca Brannon, JMU political scientist Howard Lubert, and Patrick Campbell, director of the Center for the Constitution at James Madison’s Montpelier, on the evolving meaning of democracy, freedom, and revolution—from 1776 to now.

Jayme Swain, CEO of Virginia Public Media, will lead a conversation with a special opening from Carly Fiorina, JMU Board of Visitors member and VA250 National Honorary Chair.

This event is free and open to the public.

To confirm attendance or arrange interviews, please contact Chad Saylor, saylorcx@jmu.edu.

CONTACT: Chad Saylor James Madison University saylorcx@jmu.edu

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