Mon Feb 10 04:10:00 UTC 2025: ## President’s Day 2025: Federal Holiday to Close Schools, Banks, but Most Businesses Remain Open
**Washington, D.C.** – President’s Day, a federal holiday honoring George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, will be observed on Monday, February 17, 2025. This means most federal government offices, schools, and banks will be closed, and mail delivery will be suspended. However, most retail businesses, including grocery stores, pharmacies, and restaurants, will remain open, though operating hours may vary.
The holiday’s origins trace back to celebrations of George Washington’s birthday in the 1880s. In 1968, Congress standardized federal holidays to fall on Mondays, creating longer weekends. While a proposal to officially rename the February holiday “President’s Day” to encompass Lincoln’s birthday was initially rejected, the term gained traction through retail marketing.
President’s Day serves as a commemoration of two pivotal figures in American history: George Washington, the first president and commander of the Continental Army, and Abraham Lincoln, whose leadership during the Civil War and Emancipation Proclamation profoundly shaped the nation.
Individuals planning to visit government offices or utilize federal services should check for adjusted hours of operation, or expect closures, on February 17th. Retailers’ hours can be confirmed through online resources like Google Maps, Apple Maps, and store websites.
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