Labor Day is often associated with the end of summer and furniture sales. And sometimes, it's confused for Memorial Day.

That's right, Labor Day is just around the corner. Labor Day falls in September. The federal holiday celebrates "the social and economic achievements of American workers," according to the ...

The holiday recognizes the contributions of American workers to the nation's strength, prosperity, and well-being. The first Labor Day was celebrated in 1882, and it became a federal holiday in 1894.

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But there's a rich history behind the national holiday that's played a key role in how people live and work today. Here are some facts about the history that led to Labor Day.

President Grover Cleveland signed a congressional act to make Labor Day a federal holiday on June 28, 1894. Before that, more than 30 states were already officially celebrating it.

Here's why we celebrate the federal holiday with a 3-day weekend A file photo of the first Labor Day parade, which happened in New York City.© U.S. Department of Labor ...

Before that, more than 30 states were already officially celebrating it. The first Labor Day was celebrated on Tuesday, Sept. 5, 1882, in New York City, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.