Are banks open on Fourth of July 2021?
FOURTH of July is one of America's most celebrated holidays. Fourth of July is a federal holiday and many companies are closed in honor of the day. July 4, 2021 falls on a Sunday this year and in observation of the holiday, the banks will be closed. Banks are typically closed on Sundays without holidays because it is not considered a normal business day. If there is a location that is open, they will often have very limited operating hours. Fourth of July is also referred to as Independence Day. The day is a federal holiday in the United States in honor of the signing of the Declaration of Independence back on July 4, 1776. Former president John Adams, the second president of the United States, believed that July 2 should be the correct date for celebrating American independence because July 2, 1776 was the day that the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence. July 4 was when the 13 colonies, led by Thomas Jefferson, adopted the Declaration of Independence. One of the most popular ways to celebrate Fourth of July is to watch fireworks at night. The tradition of fireworks started in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania back on July 4, 1777 when cannons fired a 13-gun salute for the 13 colonies. During the day, Americans typically celebrate with barbecues, picnics, concerts, and parades. Many people find ways to incorporate red, white, and blue into their food, clothing, and decorations in honor of the day. American's also celebrate by spending the day at the beach or on a boat. Some people also use the day to educate themselves about the history of America and why we celebrate Independence Day.