ABC and National Geographic will reveal the seven wonders of America during a special 24-hour broadcast event beginning July 3 [1, 2].
The initiative serves as a centerpiece for the nation's 250th anniversary, highlighting the cultural and natural landmarks that define the U.S. [1].
The event, titled "Disney Celebrates America," is scheduled to start July 3 at 10 p.m. ET and will run through July 4 [1, 2]. Led by ABC News anchor David Muir, the programming will be available across multiple platforms [1, 2].
Good Morning America teamed up with National Geographic to curate the list of wonders. The broadcast aims to cover landmarks across all 50 states [2]. The production leverages the combined resources of Disney's news and exploration wings to document the scale of the country's heritage [1].
By dedicating a full 24 hours to the project [2], the network intends to create a comprehensive visual record of the American landscape. The timing of the event aligns with the Independence Day holiday, providing a thematic backdrop for the reveal of the seven selected sites [1, 2].
“The event will mark the 250th anniversary of the United States.”
This collaboration between a major news network and a scientific exploration brand signals a high-production effort to define a modern national identity through geography and culture. By timing the reveal to the semiquincentennial, the networks are positioning the 'seven wonders' as a definitive cultural benchmark for the U.S. anniversary.
