What is the history behind Groundhog Day?

Origins | The Movie | Facts | Year-by-Year Punxsutawney Present Weather | 5-day Forecast. n 1723, the Delaware Indians settled Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania as a campsite halfway between the Allegheny and the Susquehanna Rivers. read more

Groundhog Day, February 2nd, is a popular tradition in the United States. It is also a legend that traverses centuries, its origins clouded in the mists of time with ethnic cultures and animals awakening on specific dates. read more

The idea of Groundhog Day comes from an ancient Christian celebration known as Candlemas Day, which marked the midpoint between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, according to the National Centers for Environmental Information. read more

On this day in History, First Groundhog Day on Feb 02, 1887. Learn more about what happened today on History. On this day in History, First Groundhog Day on Feb 02, 1887. read more