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Much like the nation\u2019s so-called founding in 1776, the definition of American culture has always been problematic, fraught with a deep-seated history tied to colonization, imperialism, and capitalism. Essentially, the idea that certain art forms and cultural ephemera are considered to represent a uniquely American identity while others are not tends to erase the diversity of intersectional experiences and perspectives that truly make up this country. <\/p>\n

Every Fourth of July, these questions about our nation\u2019s heritage resurface as communities across the country mark America\u2019s independence from Great Britain with star-studded celebrations like parades, fireworks, and barbecues. For this year\u2019s holiday, we\u2019ve rounded up museum collections and artifacts that embody the quintessential American spirit, regardless of national allegiances and pride\u2014and its many nuances and complexities.<\/p>\n

Read on to learn about the core American artifacts we\u2019re spotlighting this holiday season.<\/p>\n