July 4, 1776, is an important date in American history that is widely considered the birthday of the United States of America ...

Known now as a day of patriotism and enjoying time off from work, the Fourth of July began the journey to becoming a quintessential American holiday in 1776, when the Second Continental Congress ...

The Declaration of Independence is full of promise and a few mysteries. A rare copy of it ended up at The Henry Ford Museum ...

This time next year, the nation will be filled with pride and patriotism as the United States marks its 250th birthday.

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The 249th anniversary of US Independence Day. Learn its significance, what's open/closed, and look ahead to 2026's 250th.

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The United States celebrates its 249th Fourth of July this year. Cities around the country will have parades, fireworks and ...

Two historic copies of the Declaration of Independence are on display temporarily inside the New Hampshire State House, where ...