Columbus Day is celebrated on the 2nd Monday in October. Why at this time? Because October 12, 1492 was the day he arrived in America. Columbus Day, established by the United States government in 1937, is one of eleven recognized federal holidays, although it was celebrated as early as the 1700's. Each year in our homeschool, we remember Christopher Columbus and his important contributions to Western civilization. For the teens and adults in your home, I highly recommend Christopher Columbus: Continue Reading