250 Years of Delivering Stamps

Description

2025 250 Years of Delivering Mail

Honors 250th anniversary of  Post  Office
Highlights routine of postal carrier
Stamp Category: Commemorative
Value: Forever First-class mail (78¢)
First Day of Issue: July 23, 2025
First Day City: Washington, DC
Printing Method: Offset
Format: Pane of 20
Perforations: Die cut

History these stamps represent: In 2025, the US Postal Service celebrated a significant milestone: 250 years of connecting the nation. Founded in 1775, when Benjamin Franklin was named the first Postmaster General, the US post office was a fledgling network of post roads. Today, the USPS is one of the most enduring and trusted institutions in American history.

To honor this milestone, this pane of 20 stamps was released, each depicting moments in the life of a modern mail carrier over a year’s time. These stamps tell the story of a community, following the carrier as she braves all seasons delivering letters and packages, while making connections with members of the community. The stamps celebrate the mail carriers who embody the iconic creed, “Neither snow, nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.”

The 250th anniversary is a moment to reflect on the remarkable innovations in mail delivery over the years. From the daring days of the Pony Express to the efficiency of railroads, the introduction of airmail in 1918, and the invention of Forever Stamps, the Postal Service has embraced new ideas to better serve the nation. Today, it continues to evolve, using digital tools to streamline logistics and support an increasingly connected world.