The Fourth of July has been celebrated across the nation since 1776. But when — and how — did Americans across the country agree to commemorate the holiday with a fireworks celebration?

Oscar winner Ariana DeBose hosts the largest fireworks display in America and will be joined by a host of talented friends. Whether you are going to your town’s parade or having a cookout with friends and family,

"Disturbing roosting migratory birds at night can result in mass deaths," says Bateman. "Disturbing breeding birds can result in colony collapses. Seals and sea lions leave [affected] areas and expend energy swimming away during fireworks."