NATIONAL INDIAN PUDDING DAY
National Indian Pudding Day recognizes a cold-weather classic. On November 13th each year, serve up this traditional New England dessert that's sure to wow. Read more...
Coming on November 14, 2024
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November 13th Celebrated History
1927
The Holland Tunnel connecting New York and New Jersey under the Hudson River officially opens to traffic. It is the first underwater tunnel in the United States designed for vehicular traffic.
1940
Walt Disney releases the animated musical film Fantasia. In its original release, Disney demonstrated the untapped potential of animation.
2002
From the 8 Mile soundtrack, Eminem releases the single "Lose Yourself." It would become the first rap song to win the Academy Award for Best Original Song.
2013
After four years and nine months of construction, 4 World Trade Center opens to the public.
November 13th Celebrated Birthdays
Robert Louis Stevenson - 1850
The Scottish writer and poet is best known for his works Treasure Island and The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.
Betty Whiting - 1925
As a utility player, Whiting spent an amazing 9 seasons in the All American Girls Professional Baseball League. During her career, her notable abilities at first base led to a particularly successful 1952 season.
David Green - 1941
In 1972, the entrepreneur founded a chain of arts and craft stores by the name of Hobby Lobby.
Scott McNealy - 1954
The American businessman joined Binod Khosla, Bill Joy, and Andy Bechtolsheim in 1982 and founded the technology company Sun Microsystems.
Whoopi Goldberg - 1955
The award-winning actress and comedian currently co-hosts The View. Some of her film credits include Sister Act, The Color Purple, and Boys on the Side.
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