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American Eagle Day
June 20th commemorates the anniversary of the bald eagle’s selection as our national symbol on the Great Seal in 1782. Today, it serves as a reminder of the bald eagle’s status as a conservation success story and celebrates the eagle’s triumphant return from near extinction.
Although the bald eagle has made a remarkable comeback, there is still work to be done. Trash and debris continue to pollute ecosystems across the US, especially in parks, roadways, rivers, lakes, and streams. Fishing line, hooks, rodenticides, and household garbage pose a serious threat to our incredible bald eagle and other species.
Click here to learn more about AED and our efforts to have all 50 states recognizes June 20th as American Eagle Day.
This day is more than a celebration—it’s a call to action.
In 2025, 36 states joined the American Eagle Foundation’s mission to make June 20th a federally recognized holiday. With growing momentum, we continue working toward the day when American Eagle Day is celebrated nationwide as an official holiday.
Join us this June 20 as we honor the Bald Eagle, celebrate its recovery, and recommit to protecting the future of this majestic bird.