Historic Hotels of America Has Big Birthday Plans for the U.S.' 250th
By Laurie Wilson

Historic Hotels of America®, founded in 1989 by the National Trust for Historic Preservation to champion heritage and cultural tourism and celebrate a collection of the best of the United States' historic hotels, is getting ready to blow out the candles in 2026.

The original Historic Hotels of America class of 35 charter members debuted the prestigious program, and most are still members. Today, there are about 300 hotel members, a vetted collection of luxury and upscale hotels that have preserved their historic character and authenticity. And, as the country's milestone 250th birthday approaches in 2026, it is anticipated that travelers will appreciate the historical significance of these properties even more, and celebrations with special programming, packages, and amenities are in the works.

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