Michigan rolling out Semiquincentennial license plates for 2026

Bicentennial License Plate Map - Michigan by design turnpike

Bicentennial License Plate Map – Michigan by design turnpike

I’m old enough to remember the Bicentennial craze of 1976 from Sam the Eagle to Michigan’s iconic bicentennial license plates. Get ready drivers, because Bridge Magazine shares that Michigan is bringing back the red, white and blue retro license plate next month in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary: Beginning Jan. 2, Michiganders will be able to order a new red, white and blue semiquincentennial plate that is modeled after the 1976 bicentennial design. The plate features updated patriotic elements, including stars and stripes, and will be available through the end of 2026.

The photos that David of Design Turnpike shared years ago of his original license plate artwork were so perfect for this post, so I was happy to see that he’s still in business! Follow Design Turnpike on Facebook and view & purchase his work on his website.

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One thought on “Michigan rolling out Semiquincentennial license plates for 2026

  1. That was interesting! I heard about the award for the bicentennial plates on the news this morning and hadn’t heard that before. I liked that bicentennial license plate back in the day and I think I had one on my ’73 Super Beetle!

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