Mad Hatter Day
About Mad Hatter Day
When is Mad Hatter Day? This holiday is always observed on October 6
Mad Hatter Day, an October 6 holiday, is a great day to be silly and celebrate silliness. He is a fictional cartoon character depicted in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. The Hatter is always acting silly and perhaps a little crazy. So, on this day it is only fair and fitting to act a little silly yourself.
Despite being a silly day, the selection of the date was actually quite logical. The Mad Hatter wears a top hat. On the front of the hat is a slip of paper with “10/6” written on it. The paper is believed to be an order to make the hat, and that it costs ten shillings sixpence. Hence, this is an October 6 holiday.
Now, go grab yourself a top hat and have a very silly Mad Hatter’s Day!
Did You Know? During the 8th Century, mercury was used in hat making in a process called “carroting”. Mercury poisoning drove some hatters crazy (mad).
How to Celebrate Mad Hatter Day
Here are some ways that you can participate in and enjoy this inane holiday:
- First, watch the movie Alice in Wonderland.
- Read Mad Hatter quotes. Of course, use some of these quoters with your friends.
Famous Mad Hatter Quote
“Really, now you ask me,” said Alice, very much confused, “I don’t think—” “Then you shouldn’t talk,” said the Hatter.
History and Origin of Mad Hatter Day
This holiday is the brainstorm of a group of computer people in Boulder, Co. It dates back to 1986. Most likely a bit bored with bits and bytes. As a result, they got a little silly and created this quite special day.
This Day in History
Additionally, here are some things that happened on this day:
- The first Physician’s Assistants graduate from Duke University. (1967)
- “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation” premieres on television. (2000)
- George Westinghouse, engineer, inventor, developed AC electric power, was born on this day in 1846.
More October 6 Holidays
Besides Mad Hatter Day, here are more October 6 holidays for you to enjoy:
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Recipe of the Day: Pumpkin Stew
Also See: Pumpkin Recipes Galore and Holiday Recipes and Halloween Recipes
Pumpkin Nook – Visit the folks that know everything about pumpkins. Halloween, too.
Ecards – Send a free Ecard daily for Mad Hatter Day, or just about any October calendar holiday, occasion, observance, or event. Without a doubt, it’s fun for both the sender and the recipient.
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Did You Know? Moreover, in addition to Mad Hatter Day, there are literally thousands of daily holidays, special events, and observances, more than one for every day of the year. Many of these holidays are new. People and organizations are creating new holidays regularly. October 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.
