We’ve written about the history of Labor Day in the past, so this year we thought we’d throw some fun facts at you on the holiday. Here is a quick list of fun facts about Labor Day.
1. Oregon was the first state to declare Labor Day an official holiday in 1887
2. Labor Day is considered the unofficial NFL season kick-off
3. Labor Day marks the end of the summer season
4. You can now wear white after Labor Day. The old saying that you can’t wear white after Labor Day roots back to the Victorian Era, where wearing white after the holiday was taboo. People don’t follow this anymore.
5. One of the top Labor Day weekend destinations in Charleston, SC
6. Other countries celebrate Labor Day but it’s called International Workers’ Day
7. Canada celebrated Labor Day before us but it’s spelled Labour Day
Today is a day to celebrate the hard work that we all put in every day, every month, and every year. Take time off today to relax and reset before fall begins. Enjoy your last day of summer today and we’ll see you on the flip side.
