National Fossil Day

About National Fossil Day

The National Park Service and the American Geosciences Institute host the annual National Fossil Day celebration during Earth Science Week in October.

National Fossil Day is a celebration organized to promote public awareness and stewardship of fossils, as well as to foster a greater appreciation of their scientific and educational value.

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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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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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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26Mar

National Science Appreciation Day 🧬

• Science
• USA

National Science Appreciation Day (NSAD) celebrates how science has benefited human outcomes, unleashed human potential, and transformed our quality of life.

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World Bread Day 🍞

• Food
• International

World Bread Day is celebrated on Oct 16 to commemorate the anniversary of the creation of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.

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Department Store Day

• General
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Department Store Day

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Global Cat Day

• Pets
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Global Cat Day

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National Dictionary Day

• General
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Dictionary Day

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