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The third Monday of February marks the annual celebration of Presidents Day, also known as Washington’s Birthday. It’s a federal holiday.
DeSantis proclaimed Washington’s birthday a Florida state holiday, with state offices closed in observance on Monday, February 16, to honor "the leadership and legacy of Gen. George Washington, America’s first president and commander-in-chief of the Continental Army."
Why is Presidents Day called Washington’s Birthday and how is the day linked to George Washington? The holiday began to honor George Washington. It later moved dates under federal law. It now falls in February.
New Yorkers experience light snowfall on Washington's Birthday, with a clearer sky and slight warmth expected later.
A large crowd turned out on Sunday to celebrate General Washington's Birthday at Washington Crossing Historic Park.
The third Monday of February is Presidents’ Day. Here’s what you need to know if you plan to do any banking on this national holiday.
Yes, Presidents Day is a federal holiday. Most public and private schools close on Presidents Day, although some may opt to use the holiday to make up for a snow day. Colleges and universities also cancel classes for the holiday and are otherwise closed.