Origins of American Holidays

1. Originated in 1621 between the Plymouth Colonist and the Wampanoag Indians, when they shared an Autumn Harvest.

2. Thanksgiving

3. New Years

3.1. The earliest celebration of the new year began in 2000 B.C in Mesopotamia. It was celebrated around the time of the Vernal Equinox.

4. Fourth of July

4.1. The Fourth of July marks America's independence from Great Britain in 1776.

5. Halloween

5.1. Originated with the ancient Celtic festival called, Samhain. People would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off evil spirits

6. Christmas

6.1. Started two millennia ago to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.