Presidents Day, originally established in 1885 to honor George Washington, has evolved into a day recognizing all US presidents. Celebrated on the third Monday of February, the holiday also marks a ...

Presidents Day has changed dramatically over the years. For some historians, the holiday has lost discernible meaning.

The origins of Presidents Day lie in salutes to George Washington's Feb. 22 birthday, some highly ceremonial and others strikingly unusual.

America is marking Presidents' Day with protests against President Trump's policies, including government cuts and deportations, organized by the 50501 Movement. The holiday, originally honoring ...

Why just read about history when you can shake hands with it? This Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 17, the Nixon Presidential Library and Museum in Yorba Linda offered the chance to meet some of ...

As Americans gear up to celebrate Presidents’ Day on Monday, Feb. 17, they will be participating in a tradition that has lasted nearly 150 years. Presidents’ Day traces its roots to an ...

Presidents Day is a federal holiday celebrated every year in mid-February to commemorate the presidents of the United States. In year 2025, this day will be celebrated on Monday, February 17.

Digital resources and virtual programs expand access to presidential history materials. Local communities develop unique traditions around Presidents Day, from historical reenactments to civic forums.

Presidents Day is Monday, Feb. 17. The Ohio History Connection will highlight Ohio's presidential history from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday at the Ohio History Center, 800 E. 17th Ave., with book ...

Presidents' Day has a rich history that dates back to 1796 when Americans began celebrating George Washington's birthday on February 22. However, it wasn't until 1879 that Congress passed a law ...