Fourth of July is Independence Day
Independence Day honors the birthday of the United States of America and the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. It's a day of picnics and patriotic parades, a night of concerts and fireworks, and a reason to fly the American flag.
Declaration of Independence – View the original at the National Archives
Facts – Fun facts about July 4th from the Census Bureau
Flag Facts – Learn more about the U.S. flag
Historical Documents
History – A look at Independence Day from the Library of Congress
Independence Day Celebrations in the National Parks
Kids' Quiz – See what you know about Independence Day
Patriotic Melodies
Recipes from and for Americans
Teachers' Resource: Celebrating America's Freedoms – Essays on national symbols and customs
Travel and Recreation in the U.S.

Fireworks
Mount Rushmore Celebration
National Mall Celebration
Recalls – Product and Company Search
State Fireworks Control Laws – What's permitted and prohibited

Safety Tips
Barbecue Safety – from the Agriculture Department
Boating Safety
Campfire Safety – from the U.S. Forest Service
Summer Health Tips – from the Federal Citizen Information Center
Travel Safely

Virtual Visits
A Capitol Fourth – America's Independence Day Celebration in Washington, DC
History of the Liberty Bell
Independence National Historical Park – Philadelphia
Liberty Bell – Visit Philadelphia's symbol of freedom
U.S. Constitution in Our History