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Celebrate Lexington’s history with “History Hop”
Explore Lexington’s history by taking part in History Hop on President’s Day, sponsored by 250Lex.
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250Lex honors Black History Month
Lexington’s 250th anniversary commission is honoring Black History Month in February.
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Basketball Week coming to Lexington!
Mayor Linda Gorton today announced Basketball Week, a week-long celebration of Lexington’s rich history of high school and collegiate basketball.
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250Lex kicks off anniversary year with Health and Wellness Month
January 2025 is here … time to celebrate 250Lex Health and Wellness Month!
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Mayor Announces 250Lex Plans for First Quarter of 2025
Mayor Linda Gorton today announced several key events for the first quarter of the city’s upcoming 250th anniversary celebration.
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Mayor starts the countdown to Lexington’s New Year’s Eve celebration
10 … 9 … 8 … Mayor Linda Gorton today announced plans for the city’s upcoming downtown New Year’s Eve...
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Mayor unveils 250th anniversary celebration plans
Mayor Linda Gorton today popped the cork on plans for the city’s upcoming 250th anniversary, a year-long celebration of all...
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Mayor announces recipients of 250Lex Cultural Grants
Mayor Linda Gorton today announced the recipients of the 250Lex Cultural Grants, a program designed to fund projects that will...
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250Lex Commission announces cultural grant program
The 250Lex Commission, which is organizing the celebration in 2025 of Lexington’s 250th anniversary, is inviting Lexington residents to apply...
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250 Lex Commission seeks artist to create artwork commemorating city’s 250th anniversary
Mayor Linda Gorton today announced the recipients of the 250Lex Cultural Grants, a program designed to fund projects that will...
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Mayor unveils official 250th Anniversary logo
Today, Mayor Linda Gorton and members of the 250 Lex Commission unveiled the official logo that will promote the celebration...
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Celebrate 250 years together
When the whole year is a holiday, there are plenty of ways to join the party. Find an event that fits you on our calendar.
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