Thanksgiving is all about being thankful for what we have. Often, we wish or hope for things we don’t have or things we want. But, the purpose of Thanksgiving is to be thankful for what we have. When you stop and think about it, Americans have a lot to be thankful for. So, let’s give thanks to God for what we have. Thanksgiving holiday is for family, friends, food, and football. With so much controversy in this country, one thing we can be thankful for is that Thanksgiving is a federal holiday that we all can enjoy. We hope you enjoy ample amounts of each on this holiday. And, don’t miss our many recipes for Thanksgiving.
The Pilgrims knew how to do Thanksgiving right….. with lots of turkey and pumpkins! We hope you eat plenty of both……..we certainly will.
All of us at Pumpkin Nook, wish you a very filling and blessed holiday. Like you, at this time we pause to thank God for the many blessings he has given to us and our country.
Here are commonly asked questions:
When was the first Thanksgiving?
The Mayflower pilgrims and the Wampanoag Indian tribe celebrated the first Thanksgiving in 1621. It was a three-day feast celebrating the harvest.
When is Thanksgiving this year?
In the United States, we celebrate Thanksgiving on the Fourth Thursday in November.
Our friends in Canada celebrate this holiday on the second Monday in October. For more information, see Canadian Thanksgiving Day.
Find the date for Thanksgiving for the U.S., Canada, and other countries for this year and future years.
When was the first proclamation of Thanksgiving?
In 1789, President Geroge Washington was the first president to issue a Thanksgiving Proclamation.
When did Thanksgiving become a national Holiday?
President Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863.
Were pumpkins on the menu during the first Thanksgiving?
Historians believe pumpkins were on the menu at the first Thanksgiving in 1621. But, it wasn’t pumpkin pie. Native Americans usually boiled and baked pumpkins.
Is Thanksgiving a federal holiday?
Yes. It is the first official U.S. holiday.
Do other countries celebrate this holiday?
Several countries celebrate some form of this holiday. But, they are not all on the same date, nor for the same exact reasons.
Among the countries celebrating a Thanksgiving holiday are Australia, Canada, Germany, Grenada, Liberia, Grenada, Netherlands, Saint Lucia, and of course the United States.
This holiday is all about enjoying a feast to celebrate a bountiful harvest as we give thanks for all that God has given us. Here are the most popular holiday recipes for Thanksgiving, including prepping, roasting, and storing the turkey.
Let’s Eat!
Cooking Turkeys:
How to Thaw
Thawing Times
Washing
Stuffing
Roasting
Leftovers – Just think, turkey sandwiches later in the evening or the next day.
Thanksgiving Recipes:
Did you Know? 1947 was the first time a Presidential pardon was ceremoniously given to a turkey. More Turkey Trivia
Turkey Trivia – from our sister site
Fortune Turkey – And you thought the Fortune Pumpkin was wild.
Fun Stuff – Moreover, take a minute or two and just have some online fun
The Pumpkin Connection – Undoubtedly, a big symbol of Fall.
Thanksgiving Info and Factioids – Let’s learn about Thanksgiving traditions
Teacher’s Page – help for lesson plans
About Scarecrows – Another symbol of the Fall season.
Thanksgiving History and Holiday Traditions at Holidaty Insights
