While many people still honor the memory of Columbus coming to America and use it to celebrate Italian-American heritage, many indigenous people protest it because of the destruction Columbus supposedly inflicted on them.

Columbus Day, also known as Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Columbus Day has been an official federal holiday since 1937 — and while it has long honored explorer Christopher Columbus landing in North America,

With Indigenous Peoples Day around the corner, these are some of the best ways to honor, celebrate and learn about different elements of Native culture in L.A.

Indigenous Peoples Day is Monday. Here are some local events and ways to learn about Indigenous cultures around D.C. Visit the National Museum of the American Indian, where current exhibitions include "Unbound: Narrative Art of the Plains" and "Algonquian Peoples of the Chesapeake.

Some towns around the state recognize Columbus Day, however. Camden will have its offices closed on that day. Rehoboth Beach's town offices will also be closed. All three of Delaware's neighbors celebrate the holiday,

The Conversation, with the help of Coharie Tribe member and educator Susan C. Faircloth, explains the history and significance of Indigenous Peoples Day.