July 4th Links

Here are some great links to July 4th websites. Once you leave this page you will need to use your back button to return to the Northbrook 4th of July Association webpage.

Links of historical interest

Learn about the Star Spangled Banner
History of the Liberty Bell
The story of the Pledge of Allegiance
Learn Flag Etiquette
Take a Virtual Marching Tour of the American Revolution
Visit the Trenton Barracks Museum
Visit The Paul Revere House
Learn about the Continental Congress
See the Declaration of Independence
Ann Landers writes about the 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence.
See the primary documents in American History
View more Historical Documents
Library of Congress American Memory Page with a link to find out what happened in history on this day.

Virtual Fireworks sites

Create your owns interactive firework by clicking here
More virtual do-it-yourself fireworks for you to enjoy
View fireworks over the city by downloading the skyline of your choice

Crafts and other activities for children

July 4th Activities and Crafts
Activities for July 4th
Scroll down for images to print and color or to send a holiday postcard - brought to you by Billy Bear.
Mom tested 4th of July projects for children.