Columbus Day, also known as Indigenous Peoples’ Day, is tomorrow (Monday).

Columbus Day has been an official federal holiday since 1937 to honor explorer Christopher Columbus landing in North America, some states and cities have renamed the holiday Indigenous Peoples’ Day to honor the culture of Native Americans.

U.S. stock markets, including the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq, will remain open and follow a regular schedule on Monday.

 Most banks will not be open and USPS will be closed, no regular mail deliveries will be performed but other delivers vary by state.

Federal Reserve banks and their branches will close on Monday.

Tennessee recognizes Columbus Day, but the Governor often moves the holiday to the Friday after Thanksgiving to create a four-day weekend.

The Knox County Criminal Court Clerk’s Offices will be closed on Columbus Day 2024. Knox County Convenience Centers are open on Columbus Day and Knox County Schools are in session today. Knox County Libraries are also open Monday.

Blount County Schools are closed for a Professional Development Day with no students in class Monday.