Nobel Prize Day
About Nobel Prize Day
When is Nobel Prize Day? This event occurs on December 10 every year
Today is Nobel Prize Day, a December 10 holiday event. It is a day in honor of Alfred Nobel, who died on this day in 1895. In his last Will and Testament, he established several categories of prizes for accomplishments made for the betterment of mankind. While his heirs contested the will, Nobel’s wishes prevailed. The first prizes were awarded in 1901. They are international recognition awards. The Nobel Prize Foundation Prize controls the determination of award recipients, and the annual presentation of awards.
What is the Nobel Prize? There are several prizes awarded each year to recognize academic, culture, and scientific advances. One of the most important awards is the Nobel Peace prize. Prizes are awarded each year on December 10. The Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Oslo, Norway, gives the award to “those who did their best for mankind’. All other Nobel Prizes are awarded in Stockholm, Sweden, also on December 10. All recipients receive a gold medal, a diploma, and a monetary gift. No more than 3 recipients can share a prize.
Interestingly, the committee does not award prizes posthumously. But, after a prize is announced, it is still awarded, if the person dies before receiving it.
How to Celebrate Nobel Prize Day
Here are some ways you can celebrate this important event:
- Watch for announcements of recipients of these annual awards.
- Learn what recipients did to earn the award.
- Learn more about Alfred Nobel.
Today's Quote
“For the greatest benefit to mankind”, Alfred Nobel, in referencing the reason for the Nobel prizes.
Nobel Prize Categories
Every December 10, the Nobel Prize committee presents the winners with an award. There are six award categories. They are:
- Chemistry
- Literature
- Peace Prize
- Physics
- Physiology or Medicine
- Economic Sciences (1)
Note:
(1) Originally, there were five awards. The Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences was added in 1968.
History and Origin of Nobel Prize Day
These prizes have been awarded annually on this date since 1901
Setting the Record Straight: Several years ago, our research found a few internet websites incorrectly referring to this as a “National” day. This is totally incorrect. In his Last Will and Testament, Alfred Nobel referred to these international recognition awards as “for the betterment of Mankind”. It is truly an international award in every way. During our recent research on this day, it appears that most websites have dropped the incorrect usage of the word “National” in the title.
This Day in History
Additionally, here are some things that happened on this day:
- The Encyclopedia Britannica was first published in Edinburgh, Scotland. 1768)
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. received the Nobel Peace Prize. (1964)
- Melvil Dewey, librarian, created the Dewey Decimal System, was born on this day in 1851.
More December 10 Holidays
Here is another December 10 holiday we are certain you will enjoy:
More About Today
This Day in History – Indeed, many other important events occurred on this date.
Famous December Birthdays – Did you ever wonder what famous people share your birth date? If so, then find out now!
Recipe of the Day: Grandpa’s Old English Eggnog Recipe.
Ecards Send a free Ecard for Nobel Prize Day or just about any December calendar holiday, occasion, observance, or event. Undoubtedly, it’s fun for both the sender and the recipient.
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Did You Know? Moreover, in addition to Nobel Prize Day, there are literally thousands of daily holidays, special events, and observances, more than one for every day of the year. and many of these holidays are new. People and organizations are creating new holidays regularly. December holidays are no exception. Consequently., at Holiday Insights, we take great efforts to thoroughly research and document the details of each one, as completely and accurately as possible.
