USPS Unveils New First-Class 'Day at the Beach' Stamps
Summary
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) introduced a new set of Forever stamps called "A Day at the Beach" on April 24, 2026. The stamps feature seaside scenes and are available for purchase at post offices, online, and through other retailers at the current First-Class Mail price of 78 cents each.Key Facts
- The "A Day at the Beach" stamp set includes four illustrated designs showing beach scenes like a sandcastle and a bicycle on the sand.
- Artist Gregory Manchess created original oil paintings for the stamp designs, guided by USPS art director Derry Noyes.
- The stamps debuted at the WESTPEX Stamp Show in Burlingame, California.
- Each Forever stamp costs 78 cents, matching the current First-Class Mail one-ounce letter rate.
- USPS plans to raise stamp prices to 82 cents on July 12, 2026, if postal regulators approve the increase.
- Forever stamps remain valid for mailing one-ounce letters regardless of future rate changes.
- The stamps can be purchased in booklets of 20 at post offices, online through the USPS website, by phone, or from selected retailers like Amazon.
- The "Day at the Beach" stamps are part of USPS’s 2026 stamp program, which also includes commemorative stamps honoring people like Muhammad Ali and themes like Black Heritage and American Revolution figures.
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