Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast
Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast
Alycia Asai
From Marchers to Consumers: The Origins of Labor Day
16 minutes Posted Sep 26, 2026 at 9:00 am.
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Labor Day was first celebrated during the Gilded Age - amid a growing labor movement seeking recognition. Join me this week as I explore the origins, evolution, and current perceptions of Labor Day in the United States. Learn how Labor Day has transformed from a day of militant labor demonstrations to a more consumer-focused holiday, reflecting broader societal changes and the decline of organized labor's influence. Support the show