History and Heritage

• Thanksgiving in America  – Explore the history of the Thanksgiving holiday in North America.
• November Is American Indian Heritage Month  – Find a calendar of events, special venues and exhibits, teacher resources and more about American Indian Heritage Month.
• Thanksgiving Facts and Statistics  – This year, 750 million pounds of cranberries are expected to be produced in the United States. Read more about cranberries and other Thanksgiving fun facts from the Census Bureau.

Giving Thanks

• Send Your Thanks to the U.S. Military  – Write your own message of appreciation to U.S. troops or find a volunteer opportunity.
• Volunteer for the Holidays  – Find information about public service and volunteer opportunities in your community.

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Travel Tips

• Air Travel Status  – The Federal Aviation Administration offers easy ways for you to check airport status and get delay information, in real time as changes happen.
• Air Travel Tips  – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has tips to help you get through the security line faster, information on traveling with food, and resources for people traveling with children or special needs.
• Traffic and Road Closures  – Get the latest information about traffic and road conditions in the state(s) you'll be traveling through this holiday season.

Food Safety

• Holiday Food Safety  – Learn how to keep food safe, including tips for holiday parties and buffets.
• Recipes from and for Americans  – Healthy recipes, collections and publications, kids' recipes, cooking for a crowd...
• Turkey Basics: Alternate Turkey Cooking Methods  – Discover alternative ways to cook your turkey this Thanksgiving, including: grilling, smoking, cooking in a brown paper bag, and more.
• Turkey Basics: Cooking Safely  – Learn the basics of cooking turkey safely this Thanksgiving.

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