National Trivia Day
About National Trivia Day
When is National Trivia Day? This holiday is always observed on January 4
People love trivia and little trinkets of knowledge and insights. Those cute little, fun, and fascinating factoids amaze us. Logically, one would think there should be a whole list of trivia about the creation of National Trivia Day But, that is not the case. As a matter of fact, there is very little information at all about the creation of this January 4 holiday.
There’s certainly nothing trivial about this important holiday. Trivia Day is a fun day. It is an opportunity for us to share those many little trinkets of knowledge. It doesn’t matter how big or how trivial. Dazzle your friends and family with generous portions of trivia today!
Luckily, there are countless books and websites with an unending list of trivia on just about every subject imaginable. So, let’s explore all those interesting tidbits about any topic imaginable.
Favorite Game for Today: Trivial Pursuit
How to Celebrate National Trivia Day
Did You Know there are countless ways to celebrate National Trivia Day? Here are a few ideas to get you started on your way to enjoying his holiday:
- First, look up trivia for a wide variety of topics that interest you today.
- Quote trivia to family and friends. Then, amaze them with your knowledge of a topic.
- Buy a trivia book.
- Give a trivia book to someone as a gift.
Fun Trivia Topics
Here are links to a few trivia topics you will find fun and interesting:
Hummingbird Trivia – Certainly, the smallest bird you’ll ever see.
Panda Bear Trivia – Pandas are surely the cutest bears ever.
Pumpkin Trivia – Pumpkins are loads of fun and different from any other vegetable or fruit.
Spuds Trivia – interesting tidbits about potatoes
Turkey Trivia – perfect for conversation at the Thanksgiving table
Today's Quote
The closest to perfection a person ever comes is when they fill out a job application.
History and Origin of National Trivia Day
Robert L. Birch, Grand Pun Scorpion of the Puns Corps created this day to raise our awareness of the significance of trivia in the development of human curiosity, science, and fun.
During our original research in the early 2000s, this was called Trivia Day. In recent years, a few internet sites have referred to this day as National Trivia Day. We did not find any documentation confirming this to be a “National” day. Since we found no congressional records or presidential proclamation, this is not a tur “National” day.
Definition of “National” Days –And, why it is important to identify the distinction. Why the distinction? Because we believe it’s pretty important and special when a person or organization has gone through the proper steps to obtain Congressional or Presidential recognition for the holiday.
This Day in History
In addition to National Trivia Day, here are additionally some things that happened on this day:
- Columbia University is founded as Kings College in New York City. (1754)
- Samuel Colt sells his first revolver pistol to the U.S. government. (1847)
- Isaac Newton, Astronomer, Physicist, Mathematician was born on this day in 1643.
More January 4 Holidays
Besides National Trivia Day, here is another January 4 holiday we are certain you will enjoy:
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