The course
Start Liberty State Park New Jersey
250Miles
Finish U.S. Capitol Washington, D.C.

Liberty State Park to U.S. Capitol

Chasing Democracy 250

250 miles. 3 runners. One democracy.

A 250-mile run from Liberty State Park to the steps of the U.S. Capitol, celebrating 250 years of American independence and carrying forward the unfinished work of democracy.

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The undertaking

A Run For The Stories That Keep Us Moving.

We are running 250 miles from New York City to Washington, D.C. to honor the nation's 250th milestone — not just to cover ground, but to uncover stories. Stories of immigrants, activists, artists, and everyday Americans whose lives are woven into the fabric of what makes this country extraordinary.

Every mile is a conversation. Every step is a statement. Because democracy isn't just a system of government — it is the promise that every story matters.

The Declaration of Independence / 1776
02 / Why we run

More than a finish line

Because democracy asks something of us.

This run connects two national landmarks through the places and people between them. Each mile is an act of attention: to the freedom already won, the work left unfinished, and the responsibility we share for what comes next.

“The route is physical. The purpose belongs to everyone.”
03 / The route

Northeast to the capital

Two landmarks.
One continuous line.

The course begins in the shadow of the Statue of Liberty and runs south through the Mid-Atlantic to the U.S. Capitol. The final course and timing will be published as operational plans are confirmed.

  1. 01
    Liberty State Park New Jersey
    Mile 0
  2. 02
    Philadelphia corridor Pennsylvania
    North to south
  3. 03
    Baltimore corridor Maryland
    Final approach
  4. 04
    U.S. Capitol Washington, D.C.
    Mile 250
04 / Meet the team

3 runners. 2 crew. One shared purpose.

The team taking on 250.

Three runners on the road, supported by two crew members, each carrying a different American story through the same journey.

Harvey Lewis standing in his classroom
Runner 01

Harvey Lewis

High school government teacher and ultrarunner

Cincinnati, Ohio
As a teacher and ultrarunner, I wanted to celebrate America’s 250th birthday by running 250 miles and highlighting the diverse communities whose struggles and triumphs have built America. I’m running to go beyond the textbook and share stories that are often marginalized but vital to the formation of our democracy and nation.
Portrait of Greg Armstrong
Runner 02

Greg Armstrong

High school science teacher

Lebanon, Tennessee
Through this run, I want to celebrate and highlight the diverse voices that make America uniquely beautiful, and the promise of liberty and justice for all.
Gregg Lawson during an endurance event
Runner 03

Gregg Lawson

Former Military Intelligence Analyst, 75th Ranger Regiment, U.S. Army

United States Army veteran
I’m a veteran doing this run to pay homage to the country that has given me so much and provides vast opportunities to Americans from all walks of life. Truly, anything is possible in this country.
Portrait of Carolina Rubio-MacWright
Crew / Support

Carolina Rubio-MacWright

Immigration attorney and Executive Director of Touching Land

New York
I took an oath to defend the Constitution. I am supporting this journey for those who cannot run, because every mile carries our rights, our freedom, and my infinite love for this imperfect nation with immeasurable potential.
Portrait of Naresh Kumar
Crew / Support

Naresh Kumar

Engineer and social entrepreneur from India

St Louis, Missouri
I’m supporting this run to celebrate the American democracy that allowed a kid from India to turn their dreams into reality. I want to honor the unique opportunities this country offers immigrants to grow and thrive, while bringing awareness to the ongoing fight required to keep those doors of opportunity open for everyone who follows.
05 / Live tracking

Garmin inReach Mini

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Live status
Pre-run
Distance goal
250 miles
Route
Liberty State Park Washington, D.C.
Runners on course
Not started
Last update
Coming soon

Signal awaiting start

The map wakes up when the runners do.

Live tracking will activate when the runners begin their 250-mile journey from Liberty State Park to Washington, D.C.

Start
Liberty State Park, NJ
Finish
U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C.
Distance
250 miles
Runners
3
Tracking
Garmin inReach Mini

Tracking updates depend on satellite connection, terrain, battery life, and Garmin inReach transmission intervals. If the map appears delayed, check back shortly.

For safety, live tracking may be paused or delayed at certain times.

06 / Stories from the road

Field notes

The miles between the monuments.

Photos, voices, and moments from the route will live here once the journey begins.

Dispatch 000

Before the first step

Training notes and pre-run reflections are coming soon. Follow the campaign for the first dispatch.

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07 / Support the run

Carry it forward

Help move the mission down the road.

Your support will help power the people, logistics, storytelling, and safety behind all 250 miles.

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