This October 14th, Indigenous Peoples' Day will be celebrated in the USA. We explain what it is and why it is commemorated on the same day as Columbus Day.

Indigenous Peoples' Day is celebrated on Oct. 14, 2024, coinciding with Columbus Day. Here's everything to know about the national holiday.

While not a federal holiday, Indigenous Peoples Day is observed by 17 states, including Washington, South Dakota and Maine, as well as Washington, D.C., according to the Pew Research Center.

Indigenous Peoples' Day is celebrated on the second Monday in October. Some states have replaced Columbus Day with this holiday, while others recognize both occasions.

Indigenous Peoples' Day, celebrated on the second Monday of October, commemorates Native American history and culture, and is seen as a counter-celebration to Columbus Day.

That's what the day should be about," Mayor Bill de Blasio said. "For the first time ever, I am declaring that this is Indigenous Peoples' Day and I have a proclamation which will be arriving shortly.

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As various Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations got underway across Chicago — including the Monday morning events at the Field Museum and activities at the Chicago Children’s Museum — more ...

Monday is Indigenous Peoples Day, and across the Chicago area there were vibrant celebrations giving native communities the opportunity to connect with each other and their friends and neighbors.

As Native Americans across the U.S. come together on Monday for Indigenous Peoples Day to celebrate their history and culture and acknowledge the ongoing challenges they face, many will do so with … ...

While not a federal holiday, Indigenous Peoples Day is observed by 17 states, including Washington, South Dakota and Maine, as well as Washington, D.C., according to the Pew Research Center.

Caley Coyne, of St. Paul, performs her version of the “Fancy Shawl” dance as part of Indigenous Peoples’ Day at the Minnesota State Fair in Falcon Heights on Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024.