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.

In honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Monday, October 14, is recognized as a national holiday. Learn more about it, here.

Monday marks Columbus Day, which celebrates the date Italian explorer Christopher Columbus arrived in the Americas from Europe in 1492. While the holiday has sparked controversy due to the impacts of colonialism,

Federal offices will be closed on Oct. 14, according to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. Columbus Day is not a state holiday, according to the Team Kentucky Personnel Cabinet and it is also not a Jefferson County holiday, according to the city's website.

Since only some businesses observe Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day, is it possible to send mail? Although Monday, October 14, 2024, is widely considered a federal holiday, some businesses are still open — even the stock market.

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.

Columbus Day is a holiday with a long history, but in the past 50 years, debate has developed about the day because of the implications behind it. To some, Columbus Day is simply a day off from work or school.