American Indian Heritage Day
American Indian Heritage Day 2024 in United States

In the US, American Indian Heritage Day is considered as one of the most significantly observed holidays in the country. American Indian Heritage Day, is celebrated every year, in the month of November. On this important occasion, most of the American citizens try to spend their time going out to celebrate the day. They attend a sumptuous feast and have fun with friends and family, joyfully. People belonging to both non-religious and religious families, observe this American Indian Heritage Day as per their own desire. But, for most of the American citizens, this day is full of festival celebrations comprising community events to family get together functions. 

It is very difficult to ascertain as to how exactly this American Indian Heritage Day is observed in the US. This is owing to reasons of great diversity, mingling of different cultures and traditions that needs to be followed on this day.  

The main dish of the feast consists of usually ham or turkey, but in some of the feasts, dishes like Polish sausage, lasagna, and cabbage are offered. Instead, of these, the feast may comprise roasted duck as well. However, one thing is certain that everyone attending the feast enjoy a common dish, like plenty of sweets. This is consumed throughout the holiday season. 

The traditions of American Indian Heritage Day, include exchange of cards and gifts among families. Other activities, include installing and decoration of an American Indian Heritage Day tree. It also includes decoration of homes with colourful lights and other ornamental articles. Parents take their children to see Santa Claus in the nearby local mall. They also attend various party functions on American Indian Heritage Day. 

Most of the families install an American Indian Heritage Day tree, which is typically a Douglas fir. This is decorated with lights, ornaments and candy canes. In a public area, many communities install a community tree. This tree is wide and tall in size. It acts as the centerpiece enabling the community to celebrate the holiday in a grand manner. 

In the US, the most iconic display on this American Indian Heritage Day, include setting up of a giant tree with lights, every year, at Rockefeller Center. This place is located in the City of New York. Along with this, a huge ice-skating rink is set up for the people to view skating competitions. 

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