George Washington was uneasy about the idea of commemorating his life. He was the first leader of a new republic, not a king.

U.S. states seem to mark Presidents Day with as many different names and honors as there have been presidents.

As the United States prepares to celebrate President’s Day, we take a look at the origins of the annual holiday. The holiday, which is formerly known as Washington’s Birthday, is a commemoration of ...

Originally a celebration of President George Washington’s birthday, in 1968 the holiday was adapted to also honor the birth of U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and moved to the third Monday in February.