DECEMBER 6, 2023 | NATIONAL MINER'S DAY | SAINT NICHOLAS DAY | NATIONAL GAZPACHO DAY | NATIONAL PAWNBROKERS DAY | MITTEN TREE DAY
DECEMBER 6, 2023 | NATIONAL MINER'S DAY | SAINT NICHOLAS DAY | NATIONAL GAZPACHO DAY | NATIONAL PAWNBROKERS DAY | MITTEN TREE DAY
NATIONAL MINER'S DAY
National Miner's Day honors the contributions of miners across the country. Additionally, the day reflects on their sacrifices and offers time to show appreciation to the mining country's hard-working individuals. Read more...
SAINT NICHOLAS DAY
On December 6th, Saint Nicholas Day recognizes the third-century saint who became an inspiration for the modern-day Santa Claus. Read more...
NATIONAL GAZPACHO DAY
National Gazpacho Day, on December 6th, recognizes a flavorful soup that cooks serve cold. This typically tomato-based vegetable soup originated in the southern Spanish region of Andalucia. Gazpacho is widely consumed in Spanish cuisine, usually during the summer months. Read more...
NATIONAL PAWNBROKERS DAY
Each year on December 6th, National Pawnbrokers Day pays tribute to a profession that provides a valuable service to their clientele. Those who are in need of cash funds and also those looking for a reasonably good deal seek the services of pawnbrokers. Read more...
MITTEN TREE DAY
On December 6th, Mitten Tree Day celebrates the gift of warmth. It’s a day to collect mittens, hang them on a Christmas tree, and then hand them out to those in need. Read more...
On Deck for December 7, 2023
National Days
NATIONAL PEARL HARBOR REMEMBRANCE DAY
NATIONAL SLIME DAY
CHANUKAH
NATIONAL COTTON CANDY DAY
NATIONAL ILLINOIS DAY
December 6th Celebrated History
1830
The U.S. Naval Observatory is established as the Depot of Charts and Instruments in the Potomac River's foggy bottoms in Washington, D.C.
1865
The states ratify the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution abolishing slavery. Georgia was the 27th state to ratify the amendment bringing the 3/4ths majority necessary for ratification.
1877
Thomas Edison records his voice by reciting, "Mary had a little lamb," to test his invention of the phonograph.
1877
Founded by Stilson Hutchins, The Washington Post published its first issue.
1964
NBC airs the stop-motion animation Christmas special, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
1997
The romantic comedy As Good As It Gets premieres in Westwood, CA. Starring Jack Nicholson, Helen Hunt, and Greg Kinnear, the film is directed by James L. Brooks. The film would win Academy Awards for both Best Actor and Actress in Leading Roles.
December 6th Celebrated Birthdays
Jean Eugène Robert-Houdin - 1805
The French clockmaker and magician created a magical theater in the mid-1800s and served as an inspiration for Harry Houdini.
Libbie Hyman - 1888
Throughout her career as a zoologist, Hyman published six volumes of reference texts titled The Invertebrates.
Jesse B. Blayton - 1897
In 1949, Blayton purchased the Atlanta radio station WERD becoming the first Black radio station owner and operator in the United States.
Irv Robbins - 1917
Together with his brother-in-law Burt Baskins, Robbins co-founded an ice cream parlor known as Baskins-Robbins.
Craig Newmark - 1952
In 1995, the internet entrepreneur founded the classified website Craigslist.
Celebrate Every Day!
National Day Calendar Staff