Presidents Day

**Presidents Day in the United States** Presidents Day is a federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of February each year in the United States. Originally established in 1885 to honor George Washington, the nation's first president, the holiday was initially known as Washington's Birthday. In 1971, as part of the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, the observance was moved to create more three-day weekends for workers, and it evolved to celebrate all U.S. presidents, particularly Washington and Abraham Lincoln, whose birthdays are both in February. Today, Presidents Day is a time to reflect on the contributions of past presidents and their leadership in shaping the nation. It is marked by various traditions, including sales and discounts at retail stores, patriotic events, and educational activities about U.S. history. While it remains a day off for many Americans, it also serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of the presidency and its role in American democracy.