Historic Date
1781-Articles of Confederation adopted
On March 1, 1781 the Articles of Confederation were adopted by the Continental Congress.
1931-Star Spangled Banner adopted
On this day in 1931, the Star Spangled Banner was deignated as the official National Anthem by the U.S. Congress.
WASHINGTON-ROCHAMBEAU REVOLUTIONARY ROUTE
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Heritage Act became law on January 24, 2000 (Public Law 106-473.) This is a 600 mile route through...
Abraham Lincoln's Birthday
Abraham Lincoln was the sixteenth President of the United States, serving from 1861 to 1865. He was born on February 12, 1809, in Hodgenville, Hardin...
Presidents' Day
Presidents' Day, observed on the third Monday of February, honors all of the past presidents of the United States of America.
50th Birthday of Valley Forge Memorial Bell Tower
The NSDAR Valley Forge Memorial Bell Tower celebrates its 50th birthday on April 6, 2003. All DAR members are invited to atttend the celebration in...
Lewis and Clark Expedition
Lewis and Clark Expedition events celebrated 2003-2005. Lewis and Clark, along with the Corps of Discovery, departed from Camp Dubois on May 14,1804...