252 Leaders Elected to Honor America’s 250th Anniversary Across Arts and Sciences
The American Academy of Arts & Sciences announced 252 new members for 2026, spanning academia, the arts, industry, journalism, philanthropy, policy, research, and science, including international honorary members from 14 countries, with induction ceremonies planned in Cambridge, MA, in October 2026 to commemorate the United States’ 250th anniversary and reinforce a commitment to knowledge and the public good.