10/30/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/30/2025 13:11
          For Immediate Release
          Thursday, October 30, 2025
        
          Contact: Gretl Plessinger
          850-245-6522
          [email protected]
        
Exhibit is open at the Florida Capitol
TALLAHASSEE, FLA. -
Today, Secretary of State Cord Byrd announced the installation of "The Founders Museum, The Road to Liberty," an exhibit curated by PragerU in partnership with The White House and U.S. Department of Education and installed by the Florida Department of State. The exhibit is open on the Lower Level (LL) of the State Capitol.
"I'm excited to share this educational and interactive exhibit, which vividly brings America's founding to life," said Secretary of State Cord Byrd. "As we celebrate America250FL, this is a moving tribute to the men and women who risked their lives, fortune and sacred honor."
In honor of the American Semiquincentennial in 2026, the display features portraits and short videos of those who signed the Declaration of Independence, revolutionary women and key events in the Revolution. The exhibit is a replica of one installed at the White House earlier this year with the addition of an informative Florida history timeline.
Hours of operation for the Florida Capitol can be found at floridacapitol.myflorida.com.
For more information about America250FL, visit America250FL.com. More information about "The Founders Museum, The Road to Liberty" can be found here: The Founders Museum - The White House
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About Florida's Semiquincentennial Advisory Commission
The Florida Semiquincentennial Advisory Commissionaims to ignite patriotism and deepen understanding of the Declaration of Independence's foundational principles: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. Through celebrations, America250FL will inspire civic engagement and foster a profound appreciation for America's historic journey as the most powerful and influential nation on earth. The Commission will honor our military and veterans, recognizing their sacrifices in safeguarding our freedoms. This landmark commemoration will not only boost tourism but also leave a legacy for generations of Floridians. For more information, visit America250FL.com.