You know what’s wild? I’ve been studying American holidays for over three decades. And nothing trips people up quite like Lincoln’s Birthday. Every February 12th, I get the same questions. Is Lincoln’s Birthday a federal holiday? Do I get the day off work? Why does my cousin in Illinois have […]
February
Abraham Lincoln vs. George Washington: Understanding Presidents’ Day
Presidents’ Day, officially Washington’s Birthday, is a US federal holiday on the third Monday of February, honoring the nation’s presidents and especially George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. In 2026 it falls on Monday, February 16. This guide explains Presidents’ Day: its history, why it is linked to both Washington and […]