Festivals Festivals Calendar Of Festivals Buddhist Christian Hindu Islam Jewish Sikh Passing Through Life Change And Renewal Family Festivals World Festivals Fun Festivals Seasonal Festivals Celebrating The Arts National Days One Special Day Other Beliefs Remembering The Past World Gatherings	George Washington George Washington, the first president of the United States, was born in Virginia on February 22, 1732. His birthday, now celebrated on the third Monday of February, is a public holiday all across the country. George Washington   Previous: Back Book: Festivals Section: Festivals Chapter: Remembering The Past