The Mall on the Fourth of July, 1998: "I could hear the Washington Philharmonic play, and see this wonderful fireworks extravaganza going on in our nation's capital just above my head, with that beautiful panoramic view that you see down the mall," recalls Michelle Singer. "It was very moving." (Michelle Singer)

A Native American Take on Independence

The Mall on the Fourth of July, 1998: "I could hear the Washington Philharmonic play, and see this wonderful fireworks extravaganza going on in our nation's capital just above my head, with that beautiful panoramic view that you see down the mall," recalls Michelle Singer. "It was very moving."

Credit: Michelle Singer