Presidents' Day

Presidents' Day, officially known as Washington's Birthday, is an American Federal Holiday that is celebrated every year on the third Monday of February.

President's Day was established as a federal holiday in 1885 to celebrate George Washington's birthday on February 22nd. Although it was originally a day to celebrate the lives of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, many use it now to honor all US Presidents, past and present.

President’s Week, is observed in the United States during that week. This week includes Presidents' Day, with special recognition of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.