What do Native Americans do on the Fourth of July?

Some American Indians do not celebrate the 4th of July because of the negative consequences to Indian people throughout history, while others simply get together with family and have cookouts, like many non-Native American citizens. read more

To ring in another July Fourth, most Americans will kick off celebrations with beer, BBQ and fireworks. Most, but not all. On Independence Day, the stirring words of Thomas Jefferson's Declaration of Independence, promising"Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness," set the tone. read more

Most native people see the 4th of July as a coming together with the larger American community. We are distinct individuals with a traditional culture, but there are plenty of Indians who find special significance in this holiday, including many American-Indian war veterans who have defended this nation. read more