Army Birthday 5K Run

🇺🇸 This month, we commemorate the U.S. Army’s 250th Birthday! 🇺🇸

Celebrate alongside us on 14 June at the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center (USAHEC). It will be a special day featuring a 5K run, a cake-cutting ceremony, and the opening of USAHEC’s new exhibit: This We'll Defend: Celebrating 250 Years of Army History!

You don't want to miss this exciting milestone! The first 200 participants in the 5K will receive a limited-edition commemorative coin honoring the Army's 250th Birthday!

Schedule:

8 a.m. - 5k Run Registration/Check-in
9 a.m. - The run starts in front of USAHEC. Walkers are welcome.
10 a.m. - Cake Cutting Ceremony at USAHEC Pavilion. Immediately following the Cake Cutting Ceremony is USAHEC's New Exhibit Opening, where subject-matter-experts will be available to answer questions.

USAHEC New Exhibit:

This We'll Defend: Celebrating 250 Years of Army History

In honor of the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary on June 14, 2025, the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center (USAHEC) will present a captivating exhibition drawn from its world-renowned historical collections. Curated by U.S. Army War College, Carlisle Barracks and USAHEC staff and leaders, the exhibition utilizes artifacts, archival and library materials to immerse visitors in 250 years of Army History. More than a commemoration, this compelling exhibition is a testament to the dedication and passion of the USAHEC staff who are entrusted with preserving, making accessible and interpreting the Army's legacy for generations to come.

To learn more: https://ahec.armywarcollege.edu/exhibits/army250.cfm

Location:

U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center
950 Soldiers Dr. | Carlisle, PA 17013 

5K Run Registration:

Registration and check-in begin at 8 a.m. on 14 June. Feel free to register online here.

No cost to register. Simply show up!