“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”
Declaration of Independence – 1776
The Declaration of Independence, adopted on July 4, 1776, marked the birth of the United States as an independent nation. This historic document, drafted by Thomas Jefferson, declared the 13 American colonies free from British rule. Today, Americans celebrate Independence Day on July 4th with parades, fireworks, and patriotic festivities, commemorating the nation’s founding principles of freedom and democracy
GO TO NATIONAL ARCHIVES and SEE THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE
Declaration of Independence
Some FUN COMMUNITY IDEAS to CELEBRATION 4th of JULY
- Host a patriotic parade featuring local bands, decorated floats, and community groups.
- Organize a spectacular fireworks display, possibly synchronized with music.
- Arrange a community picnic or BBQ in a local park with grilling stations and food options.
- Set up a stage for live music performances by local bands or choirs.
- Ring churchbells
- Plan traditional games and contests like sack races, tug-of-war, and pie-eating competitions.
- Create a patriotic scavenger hunt to promote teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Host a patriotic costume contest, encouraging participants to dress as famous historical figures.
- Organize a flag relay race as a fun physical activity for children.
- Arrange a historic walk in your city to visit places significant to the freedom struggle.
- Prepare classic American dishes like strawberry pretzel salad, baked beans, and grilled chicken.
- Set up a drinks station using a red galvanized steel tub filled with cold water.
- Create patriotic decorations using red, white, and blue color schemes.
- Make s’mores over a campfire or in the oven for a classic summer treat.
- WATCH THE FIREWORKS!
SHOW OFF YOUR RED – WHITE – BLUE COLORS
Patriotic Fun Zone 