The Fourth of July has been celebrated across the nation since 1776. But when — and how — did Americans across the country ...

While there were celebrations on July 4 in 1777, it didn't become a federal holiday until 1870. And, it wasn't until 1941, that it became a paid federal holiday.

What happened on July 4, 1776? The Continental Congress officially adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, but the vote itself actually took place two days earlier, according to the ...

While Fourth of July traditions include picnics, parades, and fireworks, if you need a bit of quiet amidst the revelry we have rounded up a few stories related to the celebratory day. From the history ...

Doubleday Field and the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum may be the stars of Cooperstown's lineup, but the ...

The battle took place July 1-3, 1863, and July Fourth is, of course, Independence Day. The National Park Service hosts ranger talks, and there are tours and reenactments in Gettysburg.

Turn-of-the-century-style festivities are set from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, July 4 at Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Road. Poway Mayor Steve Vaus will kick off the fun with a speech in the park’s ...

Entertainment/food: A pancake breakfast starts off Green Lake's Fourth of July events from 7 to 11 a.m. July 4 at American Legion Post 306, and the 4 on the 4th Reilly's Pub Run/Walk for Veterans ...