WHCA and Boy Scouts Troop 30 observe this federal holiday by flying flags at homes in our neighborhood. The Holiday Flag Program marks these occasions by displaying flags at participating sponsors' homes; the money raised supports Boy Scout Troop 30 and the WHCA Beautification Committee. To join the Holiday Flag Program, visit the WHCA's online store to become a sponsor.

The Fourth of July is a federal holiday celebrated annually on July 4th to commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. On July 2, 1776  The Continental Congress voted to declare independence from Great Britain.   The first annual commemoration with fireworks and bonfires was held in Philadelphia on July 4, 1777. It became a paid federal holiday for all workers in 1938.