NATIONAL PANCAKE DAY
National Pancake Day on September 26 sets up a tall stack of syrupy goodness to celebrate! Set the table. Mix up the batter. Heat up the griddle. Because the butter is ready to melt and the flapjacks are delicious! Read more...
NATIONAL COMPLIANCE OFFICER DAY
On September 26, National Compliance Officer Day recognizes the professionals who oversee the regulations, policies and procedures of an organization, ensuring it conducts business ethically. Legally, these professionals carry a heavy burden. Read more...
NATIONAL SITUATIONAL AWARENESS DAY
On September 26, National Situational Awareness Day brings attention to personal safety. This day highlights the importance of using situational awareness skills in everyday life to stay out of harm's way. Read more...
NATIONAL DUMPLING DAY
National Dumpling Day on September 26 serves up a delicious treat to celebrate. With the popularity of dumplings growing all the time, the day offers a great way to celebrate! Whether enjoyed as an appetizer or the main course, each morsel satisfies. Read more...
NATIONAL SHAMU THE WHALE DAY
On September 26, National Shamu the Whale Day not only honors a famous whale, but also raising awareness about orcas in our oceans. These powerful predators are the largest member of the dolphin family. Read more...
NATIONAL JOHNNY APPLESEED DAY
September 26 is National Johnny Appleseed Day and we honor the man who made apple (and pear) trees grow heavy with the bounty of their fruit across most of this country. This fruity food holiday commemorate the day of Johnny Appleseed's birth and celebrates his legendary wit, wisdom, and enduring story. Read more...
On Deck for September 27, 2024
National Days
NATIONAL CHOCOLATE MILK DAY
NATIONAL BRAVE DAY
NATIONAL SCARF DAY
NATIONAL DAY OF FORGIVENESS
NATIONAL CORNED BEEF HASH DAY
NATIONAL CRUSH A CAN DAY
GAY MEN'S HIV/AIDS AWARENESS DAY
September 26th Celebrated History
1789
President George Washington names Samuel Osgood the country's first postmaster general. Osgood served in the post for two years.
1871
David Saylor received the first patent for portland cement in the United States, (Patent No. 119,413). The businessman and innovator established the Coplay Cement Company along with Esias Rehrig and Adam Woolever in 1867. The kilns used to produce the cement still stand in Coplay, PA.
1914
President Woodrow Wilson signs the Federal Trade Commission Act creating the Federal Trade Commission.
1934
Cunard-White Star Line's RMS Queen Mary is launched and christened.
1960
Presidential nominees Richard Nixon and John F. Kennedy square off in the first televised debate in the United States.
1969
The Beatles release their final album, Abbey Road. Songs featured on the album include "Come Together" and "Here Comes the Sun."
1973
The supersonic airliner, Concorde, completes its first non-stop transatlantic crossing. It took off from Washington, DC, and landed in Paris in the record-breaking time of three hours 32 minutes.
1991
Four men and four women enter Bisospere 2 as part of a two-year experiment. The self-contained and airtight structure is located in Oracle, AZ, and consists of 7,200 square feet of glass.
2003
Making sure everyone gets their java break, Macmillan Cancer Relieve (UK) hosted the largest simultaneous morning coffee break. In over 26,000 meetings around the UK, 576,157 people broke the organizations previous record.
September 26th Celebrated Birthdays
John Chapman - 1774
The itinerated naturalist, also known as Johnny Appleseed, planted and cared for fruit trees all across the eastern half of the United States.
Ivan Pavlov-1843
The Russian physiologist earned The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1904 for his study of the physiology of digestion. He is also well-known for developing the theory of conditioned response.
Mary Russell - 1865
The Duchess of Bedford took an interest in aviation in her 60s and when she began flying earned the nickname "Flying Duchess." Before becoming a pilot, the duchess was known for her service during World War I.
Edith Abbott - 1876
In 1924, Abbot became the dean of the University of Chicago, the first woman named to the position at a major U.S. university. However, she is best known as one of the pioneers of the field of social work.
Bill France, Sr - 1909
The race car driver founded NASCAR in 1948.
Kathryn Vonderau - 1927
Considered one of the best catchers in the All American Girls Professional Baseball League, Vonderau played from 1946 to 1953. In 1952, she led the Ft. Wayne Daises to the League Championship. She also played exhibition games in Cuba.
Mary Brave Bird - 1954
The Sicangu Lakota writer, activist, and educator served in the American Indian Movement. Also known as Brave Bird participated at Wounded Knee and the occupation of the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Washington, DC. She published her story in the book Lakota Woman.
Serena Williams - 1981
The successful tennis player has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles.
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