Columbus Day 2024

Columbus Day is a federal holiday in the United States that commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas on October 12, 1492. The holiday is celebrated on the second Monday of October, which in 2024 will be October 14.

Columbus Day has been a controversial holiday in recent years, with some people arguing that it should be replaced with a day that celebrates the indigenous peoples of the Americas. In 2021, President Biden issued a proclamation recognizing Indigenous Peoples' Day on the same day as Columbus Day.

Despite the controversy, Columbus Day remains a popular holiday in the United States. Many people use the day to celebrate Italian-American heritage and culture. There are also a number of parades and festivals held across the country on Columbus Day.

Whether you choose to celebrate Columbus Day or not, it is important to be aware of the history of the holiday and the different perspectives that people have on it.

Here are some interesting facts about Columbus Day:

• The first Columbus Day parade was held in New York City in 1869.
• Columbus Day became a national holiday in the United States in 1937.
• The state of South Dakota does not observe Columbus Day.
• In 1992, the 500th anniversary of Columbus's arrival in the Americas, President George H.W. Bush proclaimed October 12 to be a national holiday known as Columbus Day.

Columbus Day is a time to reflect on the history of the Americas and the impact that Christopher Columbus had on the continent. The holiday is a reminder of the rich diversity of the Americas and the importance of celebrating all cultures.