Program Closed – Presidents Day

President's Day, celebrated on the third Monday of February, originated as a tribute to George Washington, the first President of the United States, whose birthday is on February 22. Initially established in 1885, it was observed on February 22 as "Washington's Birthday." However, the Uniform Monday Holiday Act of 1971 shifted the celebration to create a long weekend, leading to the broader recognition of all U.S. presidents. This holiday serves not only to honor Washington but also to recognize the contributions of all those who have held the office, reinforcing the importance of leadership and democracy in American history.