Fourth of July Fun

Take a 360-degree tour of Mount Vernon, George Washington’s Virginia estate, which is one of the nation’s most visited historic sites. Discover cool facts about the mansion and Washington’s life. http://virtualtour.mountvernon.org

The Big Bay Boom fireworks show may be canceled this year, but you can still relive its brightest moments as you watch the Big Bay Boom Fourth of July TV special that highlights the event’s fireworks displays from past years, as well as special content to celebrate Independence Day. 8-9:30 pm on Fox 5 San Diego and KTLA 5 Los Angeles. www.bigbayboom.com

Explore the events that have shaped our nation’s history and culture as you check out online exhibits offered by the National Museum of American History including The Star-Spangled Banner, Abraham Lincoln: An Extraordinary Life, The Gettysburg Address, America on the Move, On the Water: Stories from Maritime America and more. http://americanhistory.si.edu/exhibitions/online

On July 4, don’t miss a virtual Independence Day celebration presented by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum from 10 am-noon. Listen to past presidents talk about life during their presidential terms, learn about the American flag from Betsy Ross, join a costume contest and check out 4th of July craft and game printables. www.reaganfoundation.org

Take a breathtaking, virtual tour of the Statue of Liberty, an enduring symbol of freedom and democracy. The interactive tour features historical info, high-resolution, 360-degree images and historic pictures taken in the same locations decades ago. www.nps.gov/stli/learn/photosmultimedia/virtualtour.htm

Nashville pays tribute to healthcare heroes, first responders and frontline workers at Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th, a special, one-hour fireworks show set to music by Nashville artists. 9-10 pm (Central Time). For details, visit www.visitmusiccity.com/july4th.

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Watch Boston Pops Salute to Our Heroes as it honors COVID-19 frontline workers, remembers those who have lost their lives during this pandemic and celebrates our nation’s founding values of liberty and justice for all. Featuring newly created content from the Boston Pops and guest artists, as well as highlights from recent broadcasts of The Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular. 8 pm (Eastern Time). Details at www.bostonpopsjuly4th.org. v