USPS Unveils New First-Class 'Day at the Beach' Stamps
The U.S. Postal Service has introduced a new series of Forever stamps titled 'A Day at the Beach.' Officially launched on April 24, 2026, the stamps feature beach-themed illustrations inspired by summer vacations. The stamps are available for purchase at various locations and online, priced at 78 cents each.
- ▪The 'A Day at the Beach' stamps were unveiled during a ceremony at the WESTPEX Stamp Show in Burlingame, California.
- ▪The stamp designs were created by USPS art director Derry Noyes, using original oil paintings by artist Gregory Manchess.
- ▪These stamps are part of the USPS's broader 2026 Forever stamp program, which includes various cultural and historical themes.
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By Amanda GreenwoodAssociate News EditorShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has released a new series of Forever stamps designed to capture the familiar sights and slower pace of a seaside beach holiday and “add a touch of sunshine to correspondence.” The “A Day at the Beach” stamps officially debuted on April 24, 2026, during a first‑day‑of‑issue ceremony at the WESTPEX Stamp Show in Burlingame, California, according to the USPS press release, and are now available to buy.
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