Presidents’ Day is a public holiday in most US states. Nonetheless, many businesses are open as usual and many stores hold sales on Washington’s Birthday. Many delivery services, except for the Post Office, have a regular service and many, but not all, public transit systems operate on regular schedules. Some schools close for the whole week for a mid-winter recess. According to some government sources, Indiana observes the Washington’s birthday holiday in December.
George Washington was the first president of the United States of America. His first term as president was from 1789 to 1793 and his second term from 1793 to 1797. Before he became president, he played important roles in the military, leading the American Continental Army to victory over the British in 1783. Washington is often seen as the father of the United States and is probably the best known American politician ever.
The likeness and name of George Washington can still be seen in many places in the United States. There is the portrait of him and three other American presidents carved into Mount Rushmore National Memorial in South Dakota. His image is also used on the one-dollar bill and the quarter-dollar coin. The capital of the United States, Washington D.C., Washington State and at least three universities are named after him.
Coloring Abraham Lincoln and G. Washington President’s Day
President’s Day Activities
There are plenty of historical sites and tours that you and your family can indulge in to learn about the history of the presidency. Washington D.C. is the obvious place, but if you don’t live in Virginia and don’t wish to travel, learn about your local government and how presidents have impacted your community. Your local history museum is sure to have documents and artifacts that are sure to enlighten you.
Take this time to take a deep dive into the history of the American presidents that aren’t often spoken of. Everyone knows the names Jefferson, Lincoln, and Washington, but what about Martin Van Buren and John Tyler? While they might not be as big as the greats, their time in office forms a part of the legacy as a whole and important in their own right.
Coloring Lincoln and Washington
Abraham Lincoln in hat Coloring Collection
Presidents Day Printables Quality Coloring Pages
Coloring Eagle for President’s Day
Stand for America for Liberty Coloring Idea
Coloring First Flag Presidents Day
Celebrating President’s Day Doodle Art Coloring Image
Two Presidents in Week Presidents’ Day Coloring Picture
Free Coloring Big stars and Two Presidents
Printable Sheet of Star for USA Doodle Art Alley
Washington and Lincoln in President’s Day Coloring Pages
Hat for America Coloring Collection
Coloring White House and American’s Flag
Two Presidents in simple coloring activity
Alone Lincoln in Doodle Art Coloring Image
Free Coloring kinds of president
Downloadable President’s Day Quotes
Coloring Activity in celebrating President’s Day is really exciting. You can download and print those coloring pictures above and enjoy the coloring.