The second Monday of October marks Columbus Day and Indigenous People's Day, here is what to know about the history of Columbus Day.

In 1937, President Franklin D. Roosevelt made Columbus Day a federal holiday at the urging of prominent Italian American leaders, such as Generoso Pope in New York City, and Catholic lobbying groups, such as the Knights of Columbus. And so Columbus Day became an official holiday on the American calendar.

Having the two holidays on the same day is an uneasy pairing, as they originate from opposite historical vantage points.

All federal and state offices in Indiana will be closed on Monday, Oct. 14. Indy's City-County offices also will be closed for Columbus Day and Indigenous People's Day. The United States Postal Service will be closed Columbus Day. No mail will be delivered.

For decades, Indigenous Peoples Day has had a storied history as a counter-celebration to Columbus Day as activists have condemned Columbus, pointing to his mistreatment of Indigenous people.

Yes. The observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day is always on the second Monday of October. Federal offices will be closed on Oct. 14, according to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management.

A number of states will recognize Monday as Indigenous Peoples' Day, however that won't be the case in Illinois, in Chicago or on a federal level.

Many Native Americans across the U.S. will come together for Indigenous Peoples Day to celebrate their history and culture and acknowledge the ongoing challenges they face with a focus on the election

Today is a holiday. Here's what to know about mail delivery and bank closures for Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples Day on Oct. 14, 2024.

Communities across the state of Minnesota are celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day on Monday. In the northwestern suburb of Crystal, a blessing ceremony was held for the second straight year for Bassett Creek,