The Surprising History Behind Mother's Day
The modern celebration of Mother’s Day is often viewed through a lens of fleeting commercialism; however, the true history of this day reveals a foundation of radical community work and resilience.
Who Created Mother's Day?
In the mid-19th century, Ann Reeves Jarvis organized "Mothers’ Day Work Clubs" in West Virginia, as a public health initiative to combat high infant mortality and improve sanitary conditions.
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Why Was Mother's Day Created?
Following her mother’s death, Anna Jarvis campaigned for an official day of recognition, envisioning a "holy day" rather than a "holiday." She sought to honor the private sacrifices and the public impact of women who shaped their communities. She eventually crusaded against the commercialization of the day.
When Is Mother's Day?
The first official Mother's day was held at a Methodist Church in Grafton Virgina on May 10th, 1908. In 1914, President Woodrow Wilson signed a proclamation designating the second Sunday in May as Mother's Day.
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