In the United States, Labor Day has been a federal holiday since 1894, originally created to honor the working class and their contributions to the country's growth. Over time, it has also become a symbolic end to the summer season, much like how New Year's Eve marks the beginning of a fresh year. But why did this association happen in the first place?
One reason is that, historically, Labor Day coincided with the end of summer break for schools, and the start of a new academic year. It was also a time when many summer resorts and vacation spots would close, as the weather began to change and the days got shorter. It's like the final curtain call for the summer's main act, before the stage is set for the next season's performances.
