- The state of Michigan announced a coloring and naming contest for our state's mascot
- The contest celebrates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence
- You can also submit ideas about what America means to you to be featured on the The America250 Commission website
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Calling all young artists across our neighborhoods!
This July marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and the state of Michigan is asking for your help to represent our state.
State leaders are asking kids to color, and submit name ideas for our state's mascot, to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
The winner's suggested name will become the name of our state mascot, and they'll also get 12 issues of Michigan History for Kids Magazine.
They are also asking Michiganders of all ages to submit stories, videos, photos, artwork, or anything that inspires them to share what America means to them. You can submit your ideas to the America250 Commission website, at America250.org.
Submissions are due by the Fourth of July, and can be sent electronically or sent in the mail to the addresses below.
Send by mail: 7435 Westshire Drive, Lansing, MI 48917
Send electronically: america250mi@gmail.com
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