The History of Labor Day

Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. Read the full history of Labor Day.

Labor Day 2010: In honor of All Working People

From the labor movement’s early days fighting for the 40-hour work week, Social Security, the first minimum wage laws, the abolition of child labor, and workplace safety standards, to our current battles for health care reform, Wall Street regulation, paid sick days; our fight for the rights and well-being of workers never ends. Read the full story here.

The first Labor Day Parade was held in New York City, on September 5 1882. The NYC Labor Day Parade is not happening in 2010, as the date falls on September 11th; instead an Annual Labor Mass is scheduled at St. Patrick’s Cathedral for 8:30 am.

Annual Labor Mass
Sep 11, 2010
St. Patrick’s Cathedral, NYC Fifth Avenue, Between 50th & 51st Streets

Labor Day Tribute to the American Worker

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