International Museum Day
About International Museum Day
When is International Museum Day? This holiday is always celebrated on May 18
International Museum Day is today. This May 18 holiday is a good opportunity to visit, appreciate, and support your local museum. Museums enrich our lives. They record history, human artifacts, and the treasures of the earth. Museums display and preserve a wealth of art of all kinds. They tell the story of mankind and its successes.
The best museum in the United States is the Smithsonian. It is located in Washington, D.C. The Smithsonian is actually a collection of several themed, museums. There is so much to see and learn. It takes days to explore them.
The goals of International Museum Day are to allow museum professionals to meet the public and to make the public aware of the challenges faced by museums. Each year, a different theme is promoted.
The largest museum in the world is the Louvre in Paris, France. Established in 1792, the Louvre is located in the Louvre Palace and is 782,910 square feet. It is a historic monument. The Louvre is home to the Mona Lisa.
How to Celebrate and Participate in International Museum Day
Ways to celebrate International Museum Day:
- Visit a museum.
- If you can’t visit today, learn a little more about your local museum.
- donate to a museum.
- volunteer to work at a museum.
- Explore them online.
- Make a donation.
Today's Quote
“Never follow in anyone else’s path, unless you’re in the woods and you’re lost.” – – Ellen DeGeneres
History and Origin of International Museum Day
This special holiday was established in 1977 by the International Council of Museums.
This Day in History
In addition to International Museum Day, here are some other things that happened on May 18:
- The Republican party nominates Abraham Lincoln for president. (1860)
- Gene Roddenberry suggests 16 names for Star Trek Captain. The list includes Kirk. (1965)
- Reggie Jackson, MLB player, “Mr. October”, was born on this day in 1946.
Related Holidays
People who like International Museum Day will undoubtedly enjoy:
More May 18 Holidays
Besides International Museum Day, here are more May 18 holidays for you to enjoy:
More About Today
This Day in History – Indeed, many other important events occurred on this date in May. See what happened on this date in history.
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Flower of the Day: Celosia
Recipe of the Day: Grilled Green Beans and Mushrooms
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