World Metrology Day

About World Metrology Day

World Metrology Day is an annual celebration of the signature of the Metre Convention on 20 May 1875 by representatives of seventeen nations.

The Convention set the framework for global collaboration in the science of measurement and in its industrial, commercial and societal applications. The original aim of the Metre Convention - the world-wide uniformity of measurement - remains as important today as it was in 1875.

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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31Mar

National Bunsen Burner Day

• Science
• USA

The Bunsen Burner has been an essential part of science laboratories since the middle of the 19th century.

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Colorado Public Lands Day

• Nature
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Colorado Public Lands Day

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National Armed Forces Day

• Military
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Armed Forces Day

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National Learn to Swim Day

• Sports
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Learn to Swim Day

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National Pizza Party Day

• Food
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Pizza Party Day

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