The first-ever Independence Day took place in 1776—yet there are several homes across the U.S. that pre-date that historic time.

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 adopted the Declaration of Independence.

Donaldsonville’s annual July 3 Independence Day celebration provided residents musical entertainment, food trucks and a fireworks display at Crescent Park. Donaldsonville’s annual July 3 Independence Day Celebration welcomed residents with food trucks, musical entertainment and fireworks.