Because it is a federal holiday, all government offices and courts (at the national, state and local level) are closed, including the U.S. Postal Service. Schools, libraries, banks and stock exchanges are also closed.
There is no MARC train service, and other MTA transit lines run on a holiday schedule.
Some private employers do not give employees this holiday. Typically grocery stores and other retail outlets are open. Many restaurants and hair salons already close Mondays, so call first.
However, many museums that are regularly closed on Mondays have special hours for Presidents Day.
- National Museum of Dentistry
Presidents Day hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
This is the museum's big day! The museum, on the campus of University of Maryland Baltimore, highlights its most famous artifact, George Washington's dentures. Teachers get free admission! Plus on Sunday, Feb. 17, the museum throws a birthday party for our first president. Look for colonial games, historic visitors and birthday treats as well as $1 admission for all. - Port Discovery
Presidents Day hours: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - The Walters Art Museum
Presidents Day hours: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Maryland Science Center
Presidents Day hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. - “Mimi” DiPietro Family Skating Center
Call (410) 396-9392 for special public skate hours. - National Aquarium
Regular Monday hours: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
