Thanksgiving centers on gratitude, family meals, harvest traditions and cultural memory in the United States.
This page is part of the Holiday Countdown Library guide system. It gives visitors a useful overview while connecting naturally to related countdown pages, country pages and deeper holiday topics.
History of ThanksgivingLearn how Thanksgiving developed over time and why the holiday still matters today.→
Thanksgiving TraditionsExplore the customs, family rituals and seasonal practices associated with Thanksgiving.→
Thanksgiving SymbolsUnderstand the colors, objects and images commonly connected with Thanksgiving.→
Thanksgiving Around the WorldSee how different places celebrate Thanksgiving through local customs and shared traditions.→
Thanksgiving FoodDiscover meals, sweets, drinks and table traditions connected with Thanksgiving.→