NATIONAL DRINK WINE DAY
While February 18th is observed annually as National Drink Wine Day, it would be a shame to celebrate only one day a year. Perhaps this day is just a reminder to drink wine. Discover more...
NATIONAL CRAB STUFFED FLOUNDER DAY
Crab and flounder take center stage on February 18th when National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day arrives each year. The day recognizes the unique, flavorful delight when crab and flounder combine. More right here...
NATIONAL BATTERY DAY
Get a charge out of National Battery Day! Observed each year on February 18th, the day serves to appreciate the convenience batteries provide to our everyday lives. Learn more...
Coming on February 19, 2025
National Days
NATIONAL CHOCOLATE MINT DAY
NATIONAL ARABIAN HORSE DAY
NATIONAL VET GIRLS RISE DAY
NATIONAL LASH DAY
February 18th Celebrated History
1897
Auguste Bartholdi received U.S. design patent no. D11,023 for "Liberty Enlightening the World" a statue that is known today as the Statue of Liberty.
1930
While reviewing photographs he took in January while working at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona, Astronomer Clyde Tombaugh discovers the planet, Pluto. The tiny planet moves from frame to frame, alerting the astronomer that the speck of light is not an ordinary star.
1939
The Golden Gate International Exposition opens at San Francisco's Treasure Island.
2006
Shani Davis takes gold in the 1000 meter individual event at the Turin, Italy Winter Olympics. He becomes the first African-American to win an individual gold medal at the winter games.
February 18th Celebrated Birthdays
Toni Morrison - 1931
The American novelist received the 1993 Nobel Prize for Literature. She is best known for her novel Beloved. Beyond her works of fiction, Morrison also published children's stories, short fiction, poetry, plays and several works of non-fiction.
Helen Gurley Brown - 1922
In 1965, the American author became editor-in-chief of the literary magazine Cosmopolitan. She remained in the role for 32 years.
John Hughes - 1950
The American filmmaker was best-known for his timeless coming of age and comedy movies. Some of his most memorable films include The Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candles, Ferris Buellers' Day Off, Weird Science, Home Alone, Uncle Buck, and the National Lampoon series of movies.
John Travolta - 1954
From Welcome Back, Kotter to Grease and Carriein the 1970s to American Crime Story, Pulp Fiction, and Gotti, the American actor's career has transcended genres and nearly 50 years. His versatility allowed him to play roles such as Tony Manero in Saturday Night Fever as well as lighter comedic roles such as in Wild Hogs and Look Who's Talking.
Andre Romelle Young- 1965
The rapper known as Dr. Dre launched Aftermath Entertainment in 1996 and Beats Electronics in 2006. In the 1990s, he co-founded Death Row Records with Suge Knight and Dick Griffey.
Molly Ringwald - 1968
The American actress rose to popularity in the 1980s with films like Pretty in Pink, Sixteen Candles, and the teen classic The Breakfast Club.
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