Celebrating America 250: History Comes Alive Through 4-H

(Updated: Jan. 15, 2026, 8:32 a.m.)

As America approaches its 250th birthday, 4-H youth volunteers are bringing history to life by leading participants in traditional colonial games. In partnership with the America 250 Gates County NC Committee, America 250 NC, and Merchants Millpond State Park, this collaboration highlights North Carolina’s contributions to the nation through hands-on, experiential learning. These activities connect past and present while engaging youth in a fun and meaningful celebration of our shared history.

Youth using markers to make colonial toys to play with
Youth and teen playing checkers the colonial way
Youth playing colonial game name jacks
youth playing with colonial games
Youth showing other youth how to make colonial toy