In honor of its 50th anniversary and the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States, “Good Morning America” is launching a new yearlong series, “50 States in 50 Weeks: America the Beautiful.”
Each week, a “GMA” anchor or correspondent will visit a new state, following the order in which they joined the United States, to spotlight a local changemaker and showcase the state’s unique culture, history, traditions and landmarks.
Viewers are invited to share the people in their neighborhood and state who make it the best place to live.
Delaware
As a part of “GMA’s new series, “50 States in 50 Weeks: America the Beautiful,” we have a look at a beach in Delaware, where lifeguards are working to keep swimmers safe.
ABC News chief meteorologist Ginger Zee kicked off “America the Beautiful: 50 States in 50 Weeks” on July 3 with a visit to Delaware, the first state to be admitted to the U.S.
“I can’t think of a better way to kick off this journey than in Delaware, our very first state,” Zee said. “Meeting the Rehoboth Beach lifeguards and seeing their commitment to community and safety perfectly captures the spirit of what this series is all about, especially ahead of Fourth of July weekend.”
Pennsylvania
As a part of “GMA’s new series, “50 States in 50 Weeks: America the Beautiful,” Lauren McChesney and Matthew McClanahan share the story behind their historic drive-in in Pennsylvania.
On July 11, we were introduced to the owners of Pennsylvania’s Shankweiler’s Drive-In, the world’s oldest operating drive-in movie theater.
The two shared the story behind their historic drive-in, and also got a surprise from the Pennsylvania tourism office in recognition of their impact on the local community.
New Jersey
As a part of “GMA’s new series, “50 States in 50 Weeks: America the Beautiful,” we have a look at Piney Hollow Farm in New Jersey.
On July 17, “GMA” stopped by Piney Hollow Farm in New Jersey where tomatoes and blueberries highlight the state’s rich agricultural roots.
Georgia
As a part of “GMA’s new series, “50 States in 50 Weeks: America the Beautiful,” ABC News’ Deborah Roberts explored the birthplace of the Girl Scouts in Savannah, Georgia.
On July 25, ABC News’ Deborah Roberts gave viewers an inside look at her home state of Georgia, where the Girl Scouts were first founded.
Connecticut
As a part of “GMA’s new series, “50 States in 50 Weeks: America the Beautiful,” we take you inside Lake Compounce, America’s oldest amusement park in Bristol, Connecticut.
On Aug. 1, “GMA” visited America’s oldest amusement park — Lake Compounce in Bristol, Connecticut.
Massachussetts
As a part of “GMA’s new series, “50 States in 50 Weeks: America the Beautiful,” we visit a legendary multi-generational jazz club in Boston.
On Aug. 7, “GMA” stopped by Boston’s legendary multi-generational jazz club, Wally’s Café, and spoke with owner Elynor Walcott.
Maryland
As a part of “GMA’s new series, “50 States in 50 Weeks: America the Beautiful,” we visit Maryland, where the legacy of trailblazing abolitionist Harriet Tubman lives on.
On Aug. 14, “GMA” visited Maryland, where the history and legacy of abolitionist and social activist Harriet Tubman is being kept alive on the eastern shore.
South Carolina
As a part of “GMA’s new series, “50 States in 50 Weeks: America the Beautiful,” we have a look at ClemsonLIFE, a program at Clemson University that has been serving students with intellectual disabilities since 2008.
On Aug. 21, “GMA” stopped by Clemson University in South Carolina to share the story of ClemsonLIFE, a program that has provided independent living for students with intellectual disabilities since 2008. What started as half a dozen students, has grown to 57.
New Hampshire
As a part of “GMA’s series, “50 States in 50 Weeks: America the Beautiful,” we’re taking you to the highest peak in the northeast — Mt. Washington in New Hampshire.
On Aug. 28, “GMA” climbed to the top of the highest peak in the northeast — Mt. Hamilton in New Hampshire, where the weather was crisp and the views were spectacular.
Virginia
As a part of “GMA’s new series, “50 States in 50 Weeks: America the Beautiful,” we take a look at a Virginia nonprofit serving restaurant quality meals to people in need.
On Friday, Sept. 5, “GMA” caught up with Mercy Meals, a Virginia nonprofit that serves carefully crafted meals to those in need after emergencies and natural disasters in their community and all over the world.
“50 States in 50 Weeks: America the Beautiful” will feature stories from across the U.S. through July 2026.
Check back each week to see which state is celebrated next!
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