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Trumbull County and Warren to Plant Heritage Tree as Part of America 250-Ohio Commemoration
Warren, Ohio (April 16, 2025)—A ceremonial tree planting will take root in Warren as part of the Heritage Trees: Planting History program under America 250-Ohio, the official state commission responsible for spearheading Ohio’s celebrations and commemorations around America’s semiquincentennial in 2026.
The Heritage Trees program launches this month, and Trumbull County proudly stands among the first group to participate in this initiative. Throughout 2025 and 2026, Heritage Trees will be planted in all 88 of Ohio’s counties.
The tree will be planted in Trumbull County at Warren City Hall on Wednesday, April 23rd at 1 pm. The City Hall location was chosen as the site for the planting because it symbolizes our county’s historic legacy and complements the nearby Women’s Park. It also adds to the green space, representing a lasting space for future generations to enjoy, adding to the natural beauty and community connections.
The Ohio program draws inspiration from the historic Liberty Tree in Boston during the Revolutionary War. The Heritage Trees initiative aims to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary by planting native-to-Ohio white
oak trees across the state. Throughout 2025 and 2026, America 250-Ohio will offer each Ohio county a white oak tree to honor America’s 250th birthday. Sites selected in each county could be cities that act as county seats or participate in the Tree City USA program.
Beth Kotwis Carmichael said, “This initiative aligns with the vision to celebrate Ohio’s significant contributions to the nation by creating lasting legacies in every county. In doing so, we safeguard our heritage and ignite a sense of community pride.”
White oak trees were chosen as Heritage Trees because they grow in many soil types, resist most tree diseases, and are native to Ohio. Based on the county climate, a specific white oak species has been chosen and purchased from a reputable Ohio tree nursery.
About Trumbull 250 Commemoration
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, Trumbull County and its many communities are proud to be recognized as official America 250-Ohio Communities. Guided by Trumbull County Tourism and the Trumbull County Historical Society, the local commemoration events will highlight the people, places, and stories that have shaped our national, state, and county’s past and which continue to define its future.
Efforts by communities and organizations in Trumbull County to recognize the semisequentential are part of a larger statewide initiative driven by the America 250-Ohio Commission, aiming to engage all 88 counties through educational and meaningful programming.
From township events and educational exhibits to historical storytelling and preservation initiatives, the Trumbull 250 Commemoration invites residents and visitors alike to reflect on, participate in, and celebrate Trumbull County’s role in shaping the nation.
To learn more, visit:
www.Trumbull250.com
Or connect with Trumbull County Tourism at TrulyTrumbull.com.
About America 250-Ohio
In 2026, the United States will celebrate its semiquincentennial, which is the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Each state has been encouraged to celebrate and commemorate this anniversary to reflect each state’s unique character and contributions to the nation over the past 250 years. Ohio is fully embracing this opportunity. The Ohio legislature created the Ohio Commission for the Semiquincentennial (aka America 250-Ohio Commission or AM250-OH) and launched on March 1, 2022. The charge of the AM250-OH Commission is “…to plan, encourage, develop, and coordinate the commemoration of the two hundred fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the United States and the impact of Ohioans on the nation’s past, present, and future.” — Ohio Revised Code (149.309). More information can be found at America250-Ohio.org.
America 250- Ohio’s Heritage Trees program is made possible by the Presenting Sponsor – Cenovus Energy.
Special thanks to America 250-Ohio’s Heritage Trees partners Dawes Arboretum, Cox Arboretum MetroPark, Holden Forests & Gardens, Keep Ohio Beautiful, Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Rowe Arboretum & Secrest Arboretum.
