-
George Washington
George Washington was America's first president. This date is his birthday! He is also represented on the dollar bill and quarters. He is known as the father of our country. -
Independence Day
This holiday is the day America celebrates it's birthday! It is the day that the United States declared it's Independence from Great Britain. -
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States. He led our country during the Civil War. He helped keep the country united. This date is his birthday! -
Susan B. Anthony
Susan B. Anthony was a civil rights leader and a womens rights leader. She is known for helping women receive the right to vote. This is her birthday! -
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving became a national holiday on this date by Abraham Lincoln. It is celebrated on the last thursday in November, It is a time to be thankful for family and friends. -
Memorial Day
Memorial Day became a holiday on this date. It was created to remember service men who lost their lives serving the United States. -
Presidents' Day
Presidents' Day first became a holiday on this date. Originally celebrating George Washingtons birthday, this holiday evolved to commemorate all presidents. -
Rosa Parks
Rosa Parks is a civil rights activist. She is known for standing up for herself by sitting at the front of a bus when African Americans were required to sit in the back of the bus. This date is her birthday! -
Veternans Day
Veterans day first began on this day, which was the first anniversary of the end of World War I. It was first called Armistice Day. It recognizes all veterans who fought for our country. -
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrates Martin Luther King's birthday. He was an important figure in the Civil Rights movement who promoted treating everyone equally.
