03/19/2026
VISION 2020 INC AWARDED A TENNESSEE AMERICA 250 GRANT FROM THE TENNESSEE COMMISSION FOR THE UNITED STATES SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL
GRANT WILL BE USED FOR RESTORING THE OLD RBS BANK BUILDING
Red Boiling Springs, Tennessee, March 9, 2026 - Vision 2020 Inc is a recipient of a $10,000 grant for Tennessee America 250 initiatives from the Tennessee Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial.
The grant award will be used to help restore and rehab the old Red Boiling Springs Bank Building with the view of creating a community Heritage Museum, to tell the story of the Red Boiling Springs Community from its earliest days.
The State of Tennessee made available funding to be administered by the Tennessee State Museum, on behalf of the Commission to support statewide America 250 activities.
The second round of the Tennessee America 250 grant program was a highly competitive process. In total, the Commission received 365 applications, totaling $6,364,017 in requests. The Commission has made full or partial awards for 194 grants across the state, representing 73 counties, for a total of $2,267,058 awarded. A complete list of second round Tennessee America 250 grantees, counties and amounts is posted at www.tn250.com.
“I am inspired by the excitement across the state to commemorate our nation’s 250th anniversary,” said Ashley Howell, Executive Director of the Tennessee State Museum and Chair of the Tennessee Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial. “This year will be filled with exhibitions, programs, festivals, and preservation of our local and state history. We hope that these projects inspire Tennesseans across the state to engage with the anniversary in 2026.”
"As our nation prepares to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, it is especially meaningful to preserve the local stories that helped shape our country,” said State Rep. Kelly Keisling. “I’d like to thank the Tennessee Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial and the Tennessee State Museum for their support in helping preserve Red Boiling Springs’ history. The Tennessee America 250 grant will not only allow the community to restore a historic landmark, but it will also create a space where future generations can learn about the origins, people and events that shaped Red Boiling Springs into the tranquil and historic community it is known for today.”
The Tennessee America 250 Project Support Grants and Community Support Grants had maximum request amounts of $20,000 and $25,000, respectively. All projects funded in the second round must be completed by April 30, 2027.
About Vision 2020 Inc
Vision 2020 Inc, a 501c3 non-profit in Red Boiling Springs, TN, has as its mission to stimulate interest and awareness of our local history; to encourage appreciation of our community heritage; to promote preservation of our historic resources; and enhance the quality of life in the Red Boiling Springs community. For more information visit www.vision2020inc.com and https://www.facebook.com/RBSHeritageMuseum
About Tennessee Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial
The Tennessee Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial was legislatively established by Public Chapter 384 of the Tennessee General Assembly in 2019. The Assembly created the Commission to plan, encourage, develop, and coordinate the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, and recognize Tennessee's integral role in that event and the impact of its people on the nation's past, present, and future. For more information on Commission activities, please visit www.tn250.com.
About Tennessee State Museum
Celebrating its 88th Anniversary in 2025, the Tennessee State Museum, is the administrative attachment of the Tennessee Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial. The Museum is located on the corner of Rosa L Parks Blvd. and Jefferson Street at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It is home to thousands of years of Tennessee history, art, and culture. The Museum is free and open to the public Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. For more information on exhibitions and events, please visit TNMuseum.org.
