On Monday, February 19, the United States will honor Presidents' Day.
Every year, millions of Americans take the day off to celebrate the achievements of the country's past leaders. Originally, the third Monday in February was meant to recognize only one: George Washington. In the 1880s, Presidents' Day was known to be the birthday (February 12) of the first president of the United States. However, over time, a widespread appreciation for the country's many avant-gardes was adopted.
When Congress deliberated on the uniform Monday holiday bill in 1968, it discussed changing the name of Washington's birthday to Presidents' Day. The motivation behind the new title was to also recognize Abraham Lincoln's birthday on February 22. However, the nickname change was not accepted by the masses until 1971.
Although the law recognizes specific federal holidays, this does not mean that people who work for private companies must have work off.
From Veterans Day to Christmas, these are the dates for the 2024 federal holidays.
New Year's Day: Monday January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday: Monday January 15
President's Day: Monday, February 19
Memorial Day: Monday, May 27
Sixteenth National Independence Day: Wednesday June 19
Independence Day: Thursday July 4
Working day: Monday September 2
Indigenous Peoples' Day (also observed as Columbus Day): Monday, October 14
Veterans Day: Monday, November 11
Thanksgiving Day: Thursday, November 28
Christmas day: Wednesday, December 25
Other important days to keep in mind:
Valentine's Day: Wednesday February 14
Saint Patrick's day: Sunday March 17
Good Friday: Friday March 29
Easter: Sunday March 31
Easter: Monday, 22 April
