The United States, over hundreds of years, has come to observe a national holiday for giving thanks: Thanksgiving. This set of primary resources containing images and documents provides a window into this time period.

Cartoon illustration of a turkey ready to be served for Thanksgiving Day dinner.

Graphic illustration of a Thanksgiving Day turkey.

Cartoon illustration of Pilgrims on Thanksgiving.

A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Thanksgiving Turkey."

A timeline showing the history of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade. Learn about the time honored tradition with this site!

An image of "Noah's Ark Cycle: 5. Noah's Sacrifice of Thanksgiving", created by Kaspar the Elder Memberger in 1588 (Oil on canvas, 128 x 166 cm).

Cartoon drawing of a turkey.

Cartoon of a boy holding a cornucopia.

Cartoon illustration of a turkey.

Cartoon illustration of a turkey.

Recognizing the contributions Sarah Josepha Hale made, this site provides a brief biography of her life and ideas.

The perfect piece of poetry to study during the Thanksgiving and Christmas season. Watch as Zephaniah recites his poem on behalf of turkeys everywhere.

Line drawing of a pumpkin on a vine.

Line drawing of a turkey