Presidents Day History Facts

2/17/2018 (Permalink)

George Washington Statue

Originally established in 1885 in recognition Washington's Birthday, also known as Presidents' Day, is a federal holiday held on the third Monday of February.

Traditionally celebrated on February 22 Washington's Birthday officially traditionally celebrated honors the life and work of George Washington, the first president of the United States and honors other presidents of the United States. 

In the weeks or days leading up to the holiday, schools often organize events and lessons for students about the presidents of the United States and George Washington in particular. It is a popular day for stores to start their sales.

Many delivery services, except for the Post Office, have a regular service and many, but not all, public transit systems operate on regular schedules. Some schools close for the whole week for a mid-winter recess.