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Apr 27, 2017 · Arbor Day—which literally translates to “tree” day from the Latin origin of the word “arbor”—is a holiday that celebrates the planting, upkeep and preservation of trees.

Feb 3, 2026 · The exact origin of Valentine’s Day is unknown, but the holiday’s name and date come from the martyrdom of St. Valentine, a third-century priest.

History from countries and communities across the globe, including the world’s major wars.

Oct 27, 2009 · Earth Day, celebrated every April, was founded in 1970 as a day of education about environmental issues.

Apr 13, 2010 · Labor Day 2026 occurs on Monday, September 7. Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers and is traditionally observed on the first …

Also on This Day in History Discover more of the major events, famous births, notable deaths and everything else history-making that happened on May 6th 1876

Nov 24, 2009 · Earth Day, an event to increase public awareness of the world’s environmental problems, is celebrated in the United States for the first time on April 22, 1970. Millions of Americans, including ...

Apr 29, 2011 · Mother’s Day is a holiday honoring motherhood that is observed in different forms throughout the world. While dates and celebrations vary, Mother’s Day traditionally involves …

Mar 11, 2017 · The first Pi Day celebration took place at the Exploratorium (Shaw’s place of work), a San Francisco-based interactive science museum, and featured a circular parade and the eating of …