HITN Launches 250th Independence Anniversary Celebration for Hispanic Audiences

Hispanic Information and Telecommunication Network, Inc. (HITN), the leading Spanish-language public media network in the U.S., is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a three-part initiative: a landmark broadcast event, an interactive digital experience, and an original promotional campaign. The centerpiece is a marathon broadcast of the Smithsonian Channel’s Aerial America series, titled 50 States in 50 Hours, airing July 4-5 on HITN. This award-winning documentary series offers breathtaking helicopter flyovers of all 50 U.S. states, showcasing historic landmarks, national parks, and hidden natural treasures. The marathon will be followed by daily episodes starting July 6. HITN President and CEO Michael D. Nieves stated, “Through this campaign, HITN seeks to strengthen the sense of belonging among Hispanic communities across the country.”

Complementing the broadcast, HITN launches an interactive digital hub at hitn.tv/aniversario-250/ featuring an interactive U.S. map where visitors discover state facts and earn virtual stickers. Additionally, the America 250 campaign, a series of short-form segments directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Cody Williams and produced by Ordinary Sunday, will air throughout the summer on HITN and be available on the HITN GO streaming app. The campaign highlights iconic landmarks and historic sites, celebrating the nation’s heritage and diversity.

HITN reaches over 35 million homes in the U.S. and Puerto Rico via distributors like DIRECTV, Comcast Xfinity, and others. The HITN GO app is available on Apple, Android, Apple TV, and Roku. This comprehensive initiative invites Hispanic audiences to connect with the nation they call home through education and entertainment, blending television, digital interactivity, and cultural storytelling.