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Understanding Presidents' Day: Origins and Celebrations in the U.S.

KVIA•Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 1:49 PM•CNN Newsource

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Presidents' Day, celebrated on the third Monday of February, has its roots in George Washington's birthday, which is actually on February 22. Originally born on February 11, 1732, Washington's birthday was moved to the Gregorian calendar date after England adopted it in 1752. The holiday was established in 1885 but underwent changes in 1971 when the Uniform Monday Holiday Act shifted the observance to a Monday for extended weekends. While most states recognize Presidents' Day, some, like Virginia and Alabama, maintain unique names for the holiday. This day serves as a reminder of the contributions of U.S. presidents, particularly Washington and Lincoln.

Key Details: • Presidents' Day is observed on the third Monday of February. • George Washington's birthday is February 22, but he was born on February 11, 1732. • The holiday was officially established in 1885 and moved to a Monday in 1971. • Virginia refers to the holiday as Washington's Day, while Alabama calls it Washington and Jefferson Day.

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