Day — American Indian

Governor Ronald Reagan signed a resolution designating the fourth Friday in September as American Indian Day, which later became an official state holiday in 1998. Transition to National Recognition

As president of the Society of American Indians, Coolidge issued a formal proclamation in 1915 declaring the second Sunday of May as American Indian Day. american indian day

Enacted legislation to celebrate the day on the fourth Friday in September. Governor Ronald Reagan signed a resolution designating the

Became the first state to officially recognize American Indian Day, choosing the second Saturday in May. James rode 4

In 1914, James rode 4,000 miles on horseback across the U.S. to gather endorsements from 24 state governors. He presented these signatures to the White House to petition for a national holiday. Early State Observances