What institutions, government buildings are closed on Good Friday

Good Friday is a significant religious observance for Christians but is not classified as a federal holiday in the United States. Twelve states, however, do recognize it as a state holiday, leading to closures of state offices in those areas. On this day, the stock market, including the Nasdaq and New York Stock Exchange, is closed, while many Catholic and Christian schools observe the day with no classes. Conversely, essential services like the USPS continue normal operations on Good Friday, ensuring mail delivery is unaffected.

Good Friday, though significant religiously for many Christians, is not recognized as a federal holiday in the U.S., even as several states observe it.

While numerous businesses may close on Good Friday, essential services like the USPS remain operational, providing normal mail delivery services on the holiday.

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