Jefferson Davis' birthday is one of three confederate holidays in Alabama. See when it is observed and what closures will ...

In Alabama, state offices will close in observance of Jefferson Davis' birthday, which is recognized as a state holiday. However, major retailers and businesses will operate during regular hours.

The U.S. Senate still uses desks from 1819, including one used by Jefferson Davis. Most desks are assigned by seniority, but a few, like the Jefferson Davis desk, are reserved. The Jefferson Davis ...

After Memorial Day weekend, Alabama residents get an additional three-day weekend the week after to honor Confederate President Jefferson Davis' birthday as a state holiday. Davis was born in ...