Federal holidays

Federal holidays in the United States

Federal holidays List in the United States The United States Congress has set eleven federal holidays as US federal holidays each year. There are no “national holidays” in the United States, unlike many other nations, because Congress is only given the constitutional power to declare holidays for federal institutions. Public holidays are observed on the…

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Indigenous Peoples Day

Indigenous Peoples Day

Indigenous Peoples Day The American holiday known as Indigenous Peoples’ Day recognizes, celebrates, and remembers the history and customs of the indigenous American peoples. On the second Monday in October, it is observed nationwide and in certain areas is a recognized city or state holiday. It started as a celebration staged in opposition to Columbus…

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