SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 | CONSTITUTION DAY AND CITIZENSHIP DAY | NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS DAY | NATIONAL MONTE CRISTO DAY | NATIONAL IT PROFESSIONALS DAY | NATIONAL APPLE DUMPLING DAY | NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION DAY
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 | CONSTITUTION DAY AND CITIZENSHIP DAY | NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS DAY | NATIONAL MONTE CRISTO DAY | NATIONAL IT PROFESSIONALS DAY | NATIONAL APPLE DUMPLING DAY | NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION DAY
CONSTITUTION DAY AND CITIZENSHIP DAY
Constitution Day and Citizenship Day on September 17 commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of the United States and those who have become United States citizens. On this day, members of the U.S. Constitutional Convention signed the Constitution in 1787. Read more...
NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS DAY | September 17
NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS DAY
National Professional House Cleaners Day on September 17 recognizes Professional Cleaners for the necessary and skillful trade they provide every day. In homes and businesses across the country, Professional Cleaners create healthier environments. Read more...
NATIONAL MONTE CRISTO DAY | September 17
NATIONAL MONTE CRISTO DAY
On September 17, National Monte Cristo Day recognizes the indulgent and delicious sandwich made of ham and cheese. Unlike a grilled ham and cheese, the Monte Cristo is the premier version of a grilled ham and cheese. Read more...
NATIONAL IT PROFESSIONALS DAY | Third Tuesday in September
NATIONAL IT PROFESSIONALS DAY
Annually on the third Tuesday in September, National IT Professionals Day honors the venerable geeks of the world we all rely on to keep us connected. Read more...
NATIONAL APPLE DUMPLING DAY
National Apple Dumpling Day on September 17 honors a sweet delight of Autumn. With fall fast approaching, this food holiday comes at the height of apple harvests. Read more...
NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION DAY
National Voter Registration Day in September urges citizens to register to vote. Every state varies on what that date is, so make sure you're registered to make your vote count! Read more...
On Deck for September 18, 2024
National Days
NATIONAL CHEESEBURGER DAY
AIR FORCE BIRTHDAY
NATIONAL HIV/AIDS AND AGING AWARENESS DAY
September 17th Celebrated History
1787
Delegates at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, PA sign the U.S. Constitution.
1849
With the help of the Underground Railroad, Harriet Tubman escapes to freedom. Two brothers, Ben and Henry, joined her, however, they turned back and returned to the plantation in Maryland. Harriet continued on and after 90 miles, arrived in Pennsylvania.
1872
Philip Pratt receives a patent for a fire extinguisher. Patent No. 131,370 describes a sprinkler system using revolving arms to spread water over the walls, ceiling, and floor of a burning room.
1911
Cal Rodgers begins a transcontinental flight that would be the first evidence that long-distance air travel is possible. Beginning in Sheepshead Bay, NY, Rodgers took off with a mailbag attached to his plane. His plane, the Vin Fiz, would make 68 different flights as they crossed the country. Like many firsts in aviation, Rodgers suffered setbacks, including crashes, storms, and technical issues. On November 5, 1911, Rodgers completed the trip when he landed in Pasadena, CA.
1953
Doctors at Ochsner Foundation Hospital successfully separate conjoined twins, Carolyn and Catherine Mouton. The first successful separation of conjoined twins required eight surgeons.
1953
Ernie Banks makes his Major League Baseball debut with the Chicago Cubs. With his signing, Banks became the club's first black player.
1954
Faber and Faber publish Lord of the Flies by William Golding. The haunting classic pits human nature against civilization when a group of boys becomes stranded on an island.
1983
Vanessa Williams is crowned Miss America and is the first African American to receive the honor.
2006
Alfredo Hernandes eats 16 jalapeno chili peppers in 1 minute. The achievement, which took place at the La Costeña Feel the Heat Challenge, sets a world record.
September 17th Celebrated Birthdays
Nadezhda Durova - 1783
During the Napoleonic wars, Durova joined the Russian cavalry under the name Alexander. Disguised as a man, Durova earned the support of the Tsar, one of the few who knew her true identity. She earned distinguished recognition of her service, too.
Guillaume-Benjamin Amand Duchenne - 1806
The neurologist was the first to describe nervous and muscular disorders such as Duchenne muscular dystrophy. He also studied facial expressions and was the first to identify differences between a fake smile and a sincere one.
David Dunbar Buick - 1854
The Scottish-born inventor founded the Buick Motor Company in 1903.
John Willard Marriott - 1900
Before becoming the founder of an international hotel chain, Marriott opened an A&W Root Beer in Washington, D.C.
Elizabeth Enright - 1909
As an author and illustrator, Enright published several books for children and young adults. Some of her books include Thimble Summer, The Four-Story Mistake, and Gone Away Lake.
Hank Williams - 1923
Considered one of the greatest country music singers, Williams wrote and sang some of the industry's most popular songs. Some of those songs include "A Country Boy Can Survive," "Honky Tonk Blues," "Cold, Cold Heart," and "Your Cheatin' Heart."
Maureen Connolly - 1934
Known as "Little Mo, " the talented tennis player earned notice when she became the first woman to win all four Grand Slam Tournaments in a single calendar year.
Yuji Naka - 1965
The video game programmer is known for developing Sonic the Hedgehog.
Joseph Bastianich - 1968
The restaurateur and celebrity judge on Masterchef and Masterchef Junior owns several restaurants in New York.