National Historic Marker Day

National Historic Marker Day is a service-oriented event that encourages individuals and communities to come together to maintain and clean historic markers. This initiative not only helps preserve local history but also beautifies neighborhoods and fosters community spirit. The event, created by the William G. Pomeroy Foundation, is celebrated annually on the last Friday of April.

Quick Facts

When is it?: The last Friday of April each year.
Tagged as: Community Service, Historical Preservation.
What’s the hashtag?: #NationalHistoricMarkerDay
When was it founded?: 2021
Who founded it?: William G. Pomeroy Foundation

History of National Historic Marker Day

The idea for National Historic Marker Day was launched as a grassroots celebration by the William G. Pomeroy Foundation. The foundation, known for its efforts in funding roadside markers, initiated this day to address the lack of regular maintenance for many historic markers across the United States. These markers play a crucial role in educating the public and fostering pride in local heritage, but they often fall into disrepair without community intervention.

Timeline

2021: The inaugural National Historic Marker Day was held on April 30.
2022: Officially recognized by the National Day Calendar.
2023: Continued growth in volunteer participation across multiple states.
2024: Celebrated on April 26 with increased community engagement.

Dates by Next Year

Year	Month	Date	Day
2025	April	25	Friday
2026	April	24	Friday
2027	April	30	Friday
2028	April	28	Friday
2029	April	27	Friday

Observed

National Historic Marker Day is observed through various activities such as cleaning and restoring historic markers. Volunteers, including families, schools, and civic organizations, participate in these activities to ensure that markers remain informative and attractive for future generations.

Fun Facts About National Historic Marker Day

There are over 195,000 historic markers in the United States.
The event is designed to be family-friendly and encourages participation from all age groups.
Volunteers are encouraged to share their experiences on social media using the designated hashtag.

Quiz

What organization founded National Historic Marker Day?
On which day is National Historic Marker Day celebrated each year?
What is the primary purpose of this day?

(Answers:)

William G. Pomeroy Foundation
Last Friday of April
To maintain and clean historic markers while celebrating local history

FAQs

Why is National Historic Marker Day important?
It helps preserve historical markers that educate the public and enhance community pride.
How can I participate?
You can register as a volunteer on the Pomeroy Foundation’s website and organize a marker cleaning project in your area.