The history of our holidays

El Dia de los Muertos is celebrated in Mexico with food and festivities to celebrate life and to honor and remember deceased loved ones.

Learn how this tradition got started and just how accurate Groundhog Phil has been over the years.

Provides a brief history of Halloween, discussing how it changed from a festival to scare away spirits to children trick-or-treating.

Explores the origins of and traditions associated with the holiday of Juneteenth, the day of June 19 when slaves in Texas were told they were free after the end of the Civil War.

The Cinco de Mayo (5th of May) is a Mexican holiday that celebrates the victory of Mexican forces over the French on May 5, 1862 at the Battle of Puebla.

Describes the history of April Fools' Day and how it is celebrated around the world. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.