Why do we have federal holidays? We give a brief, lyrical history of U.S. observations.
Scripps News LifeHolidays and Celebrations Actions Facebook Tweet Email Why Do We Have Federal Holidays? A brief history of U.S. holiday observations. Prev Next By: Simon Kaufman Posted Why do we have federal holidays? We give a brief, lyrical history of U.S. observations. Copyright 2025 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Most Recent 9 things to buy now to help tariff-proof your pantry John Matarese NOAA says it will discontinue its billion-dollar disaster database Evan Thomas Scripps News special report: Pope Leo XIV elected as the first American pope Scripps News Group Life The first American pope grew up just outside Chicago Charles Benson Michigan woman overcomes homelessness to earn a college degree Scripps News Group Reaction to American pope: 'Never thought it would happen' Maya Rodriguez Watch Scripps News on your favorite app or smart TV. About Scripps News Download the Scripps News app.