The national holiday marks the birthday of civil rights leader Reverend Martin Luther King Jr., who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. He was assassinated four years later.
You can expect government agencies, banks and some retailers and offices to be closed.
postal services
The United States Postal Service will be closed on Monday, so there will be residential or commercial mail deliveries in the United States, unless it was sent by Priority Mail Express. Other delivery services will be open, including UPS and FedEx, although with modified service for FedEx Express and FedEx Ground Economy.
Retail
Major retailers like Target, Walmart, Costco, Sam’s Club and major grocery stores will remain open Monday, as will most national restaurant chains. Hours may differ for local stores and restaurants, so be sure to check.
Financial services
The New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ are closed on MLK Jr. Day. The same goes for most banks, which follow the Federal Reserve’s schedule. ATMs and online banking will be available.
Government agencies
Non-essential government offices such as the DMV and state and federal courthouses will be closed Monday. So will many public libraries and municipal offices. Be sure to check local guidelines ahead of time.
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