National Bunsen Burner Day

About National Bunsen Burner Day

A Bunsen burner, named after Robert Bunsen, is a common piece of laboratory equipment that produces a single open gas flame, which is used for heating, sterilization, and combustion. The gas can be natural gas or a liquefied petroleum gas, such as propane, butane, or a mixture of both.

Robert Bunsen was born on this day in 1811.

10Dec

Dewey Decimal System Day

• Science
• USA

File this holiday under library related observances. Top shelf just after ISBN Number Day.

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10Dec

Nobel Prize Day

• Science
• USA

On 27 November 1895, Alfred Nobel signed his will, giving the largest share of his fortune to a series of prizes in Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature and Peace – the Nobel Prizes.

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9Jan

National Static Electricity Day

• Science
• USA

It might sound boring and sciencey - but with a balloon this becomes a hair-raising holiday!

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24Apr

National Sense of Smell Day

• Science
• USA

Don't turn your nose up at this day, smell is probably our most under-appreciated sense.

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World Backup Day

• Science
• International

DON'T BE AN APRIL FOOL. Be prepared. Back up your files on March 31st.

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Day of the Taco

• Food
• Mexico

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Day of the Taco

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National Clams on the Half Shell Day

• Food
• USA

A day to come out of your shell and celebrate this healthy and luxurious seafood.

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National Tater Day

• Food
• USA

Taters are a staple food source for many parts of the world. This versatile tuber provides us with some of the most popular dishes we eat.

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