Labor Day 2024: Celebrating 130 Years of Honoring American Workers
The holiday, rooted in labor activism, marks the unofficial end of summer and highlights the achievements of the U.S. labor movement.
- Labor Day is observed on the first Monday of September, falling on September 2 this year.
- The holiday originated in the late 19th century, with the first celebration in New York City in 1882.
- President Grover Cleveland made Labor Day a federal holiday in 1894 following the Pullman Strike.
- Labor Day traditions include barbecues, travel, and the transition to fall activities.
- The labor movement has seen a resurgence in recent years, reflecting ongoing worker advocacy.
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