(CNN) — Veterans Day, which commemorates all those who serve in the US military, has been a federal holiday since 1954 and has been observed in some form for over a century — it originally commemorated the end of World War I.

Because the day is a federal holiday, many government offices are closed, though some were already affected by the government shutdown.

Here’s what’s open or closed this Veterans Day:

Big stores

Major retailers like Walmart, Target, and Home Depot will be open on Veterans Day, though it’s always a good idea to look up the hours for a specific location.

Likewise, quick-service restaurants such as McDonald’s and Wendy’s will be open as well. Some restaurants, like Chipotle, will even offer veterans free or discounted meals.

Government offices

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