In 1837, the tone was more unorthodox when President Jackson opened the doors of the executive mansion on Washington’s birthday for citizens to enjoy an enormous cheese weighing nearly 1,400 pounds.

It's officially Washington's Birthday, honoring the first president and the original American yardstick for measuring greatness. The holiday hasn't been celebrated on Washington's actual birthday ...

Here's everything to know about the Feb. 17 holiday, including what Presidents Day celebrates and which stores are open or closed on the 2025 holiday.

Presidents Day falls on Feb. 17 this year. Here's what to know about what's open and closed in Wisconsin on the federal holiday.