To mark the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, the National Endowment for the Arts is taking part in the Great American State Fair June 25 through July 10, 2026, on the National Mall in Washington, DC.
Through daily programming on the Legacy Stage and in the American Canvas Pavilion, the Arts Endowment will celebrate the rich history, culture, and heritage of the arts in our country, with performances by a wide variety of artists, dancers, and musicians. “The National Endowment for the Arts is proud to present performances by local artists from communities nationwide to a broader audience at the Great American State Fair,” said Mary Anne Carter, chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts.