Today in History–March 17–the Library of Congress features St. Patrick's Day. This Irish and Irish-American holiday commemorates the death of the patron saint of Ireland who, as legend has it, died on this date circa 492. The holiday has been celebrated in the United States since the 18th century. Across the country today, many people celebrate with parades and by wearing the color green. Learn more by visiting the Today in History section, then follow the links below to uncover St. Patrick's … [Read more...]
Primary Source Spotlight: Holidays
October 30, 2013 by 1 Comment
Celebrate with these primary source collections! New Year's Day Valentine's Day St. Patrick's Day April Fools' Day Easter Easter images A Slovak Easter Song Easter hymns Arbor Day Earth Day Mother's Day Memorial Day Father's Day Independence Day Labor Day Columbus Day primary source collection Halloween primary source collection Veteran's Day Thanksgiving Hanukkah Christmas Kwanzaa Dream Keeper, Kwanzaa full image Dream … [Read more...]
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