What's Open on 4th of July?

Independence Day celebrates America's birthday (the U.S.A. is 235 years old this year). It commemorates the anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, which is when the original 13 Colonies officially declared their independence from England.

Here's the list of what is open and closed in most states on July 4:

Open:

• Retail Stores
• Supermarkets
• Restaurants
• Convenience stores
• Bars/Taverns
• Call ahead before heading to any of the above establishments to confirm they are open. Many retail stores may be operating on a Sunday schedule.

Closed:

• Banks 
• No Mail Delivery - All U.S post offices are closed.
• State Offices
• City Hall and municipal offices 
• Schools (it's summer vacation, but this applies to school offices)
• Libraries
• Stock Market
• Federal Offices
• Camps (check your summer camp's individual schedule)

MBTA Schedule: For those of you traveling this July 4th or heading into Boston for the annual fireworks show, the MBTA is operating on a Sunday schedule and many roads are closed near the Esplanade.

Check out this schedule of events if you're planning on heading into Boston tonight.

There are other places celebrating nearby celebrating with fireworks tonight, too.