NLC Centennial Roadshow: 100 Years, 100 Cities
As NLC celebrates its centennial milestone, we have hit the road for what we’re calling the “NLC Centennial Roadshow: 100 Years, 100 Cities” to highlight our members, partners, and the transformative progress we’ve accomplished together. During this journey, NLC aims to visit 100 cities, in-person and virtually, to spotlight the unique stories of municipalities and the invaluable relationships they’ve cultivated with NLC.
Follow the Roadshow!
Browse the map below to track our route and scroll down for photos of our fantastic members from each of the stops as well as the latest on upcoming destinations. Follow along on Instagram stories real-time and check out Roadshow Highlights 1 & 2 to witness our journey from the very beginning!
Where it All Started: Lawrence, Kansas The Centennial Roadshow kicked off in February 2024 from the birthplace of NLC
In December of 1924, ten state municipal leagues came together in Lawrence, Kansas a the the University of Kansas in Fraser Hall to create what is now known as the National League of Cities. To officially kick off the Roadshow, NLC traveled to the place where it all began. Check out the recap post on NLC’s CitiesSpeak blog and watch the recap video below documenting the historic trip that not only looked back on NLC’s history, but also celebrated the present and the future promise of local government.
Additional Roadshow Stops
Kansas and Missouri
Topeka, Kansas with the League of Kansas Municipalities
Lenexa, KS
Overland Park, KS
Mission, KS
Kansas City, KS
Kansas City, MO
Maryland and Virginia
College Park, MD
Greenbelt, MD
Maryland State League in Annapolis, MD
Gaithersburg, MD
Hagerstown, MD
Harrisonburg, VA
Richmond, VA
Dumfries, VA
Northeast
Wilmington, DE
Trenton, NJ
East Orange, NJ
Newark, NJ
New York, NY
Stamford, CT
Bridgeport, CT
Hartford, CT
New Bedford, MA
Cambridge, MA
Central Falls, RI
Providence, RI
Midwest
Read the press release
Photos from Ferndale, Fenton, and Portage, MI available soon!
Pittsburgh, PA
Cleveland, OH
Monroe, MI
Farmington Hills, MI
South Bend, IN
Morris, IL
Normal, IL
Ferguson, MO
Columbus, OH
Up Next: Palm Beach County, Florida
“I could not be more excited to bring the National League of Cities roadshow to Palm Beach County and specifically my hometown of South Bay,” said National League of Cities CEO and Executive Director Clarence E. Anthony. “Our roadshow is celebrating the communities and local leaders that create the character of America. It is an honor for me to be kicking off our Southern roadshow tour where my career in public service began as mayor in 1984.” Read more about the upcoming stops on May 20 & 21 in this press release.
Upcoming Stops
Miramar, FL
South Bay, FL
Belle Glade, FL
Wellington, FL
Royal Palm Beach, FL
West Palm Beach, FL
Lake Park, FL
Riviera Beach, FL
More Cities Coming Soon! Check back for more locations and dates
We are so grateful to the municipalities that welcomed us to experience just a small part of what makes their communities so special. We are honored and look forward to adding more stops to the Centennial Roadshow. More updates to come!
Questions about the Roadshow? Email membership@nlc.org.
