February 20, 2027 celebrates World Day Of Social Justice, plus 1 more. Every year on February 20th, the World Day of Social Justice promotes the importance of fair and just relations between the individual and society. The day also tackles issues such as poverty, exclusion, gender equality, human rights, and social protections.
Every year on the third Saturday in February, World Pangolin Day celebrates these unique animals known as scaly anteaters. The day also spreads awareness about the need to protect these endangered mammals.
Events that occurred on February 20 throughout history
1792
1792
President George Washington signs the Postal Service Act
President George Washington signs the Postal Service Act formally creating the United States Postal Service. Before the 1792 act, temporary measures created by the Continental Congress established a postal service and postmaster general to oversee the system. The first person appointed to the role in 1775 was Benjamin Franklin.
1872
1872
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City opened to the public
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City opened to the public. Founded by Eastman Johnson, John Taylor Johnston, Howard Potter, and George Palmer Putnam, the museum is the largest art museum in the United States.
1943
1943
Chicago Cubs owner, Philip Wrigley, his attorney Paul V
Chicago Cubs owner, Philip Wrigley, his attorney Paul V. Harper and Brooklyn Dodgers owner Branch Rickey established the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. The Racine Belles, South Bend Blue Sox, Kenosha Comets, and Rockford Peaches competed during the 1943 season.
1962
1962
Aboard the Friendship7, John Glenn becomes the first
Aboard the Friendship7, John Glenn becomes the first American to orbit the Earth
