Christmas Day

Lighted Christmas tree in front of U.S. Capitol building.

The custom of celebrating Christmas dates back to the year 336 A.D. It has its roots in ancient times and is celebrated around the world. In the United States of America, Christmas was established as a federal holiday when President Ulysses S. Grant signed a bill on June 26, 1870.

December

Advocacy in Action Challenge

Gift responsibly by purchasing from businesses that support racial equality and justice, or consider donating to organizations working toward racial equity.