Closures in New York for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

If you need to go to the bank or to the post office, you’ll have to wait until Tuesday because they’ll both be closed today, Monday, January 15, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a day to reflect on the life and the incredible achievements of the American civil rights leader who campaigned to end racial segregation and promote racial quality in the United States.

Because Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday, your daily routine may be impacted just a little bit. Most schools, banks, and government-run organizations will be closed.