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Christopher Columbus

Every story about Christopher Columbus, updated as news breaks.

2 stories·Updated Oct 12

What to know

Federal holiday on Oct. 12 observes Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day. Oct 12
Federal offices, postal services, and banks are closed nationwide. Oct 12
Columbus Day honors Christopher Columbus’s 1492 arrival and is celebrated with parades and community events. Oct 11
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is gaining traction as a replacement to acknowledge Native American histories and impacts of colonization. Oct 11

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Oct 12, 2026

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Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day observed as federal holiday

Oct 12·3 min read
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October 12th: Columbus Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, and Día de la Raza

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