September 21, 2026 celebrates World Gratitude Day, plus 2 more. World Gratitude Day on September 21st brings the entire globe together in a day of thankfulness. The celebration joins individuals, nations, and organizations sharing their gratitude in various ways.
The International Day of Peace on September 21 urges humanity to set aside its differences and commit to making peace. Also known as Peace Day, the observance is designed to bring the world together.
World Alzheimer's Day on September 21st occurs during World Alzheimer's Month. On World Alzheimer’s Day, health organizations across the globe focus their efforts on raising awareness about this disease.
Designer of Continental paper money and two early versions of flags for U.S. and U.S. Navy. He also the New Jersey delegate who signed the Declaration of Independence.
1872
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Henry Tingle Wilde
English chief officer on the RMS Titanic. He perished when the ship sunk.
1903
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Preston Tucker
Designer of the Tucker 48 Sedan, also known as the "Tucker Tornado."
1906
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Henry Beachell
Biologist, botanist, and plant breeder who developed a hybrid rice that saved millions of people around the world from starvation.
1918
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Karl Slover
Actor fondly remembered as one of the Munchkins in The Wizard of Oz.
1924
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Bernard Silver
Co-inventor of the barcode alongside Norman Joseph Woodland.
1931
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Larry Hagman
Actor who played J.R. Ewing on the television series Dallas.
1947
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Stephen King
Famous author dubbed "The King of Horror."
1950
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Bill Murray
Critically acclaimed actor and comedian with starring roles in Caddyshack, Stripes, Groundhog, and Ghostbusters.
1969
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Anne Burrell
Chef and television host.
Historical Events on September 21
Events that occurred on September 21 throughout history
1792
1792
The French monarchy is abolished.
During the French Revolution, the National Convention abolishes the French monarchy. King Louis XVI's power was suspended and a new French Republican Calendar was adopted. The King was eventually put on trial and executed.
1895
1895
Duryea Motor Wagon Company becomes the first American automotive producer.
Duryea Motor Wagon Company becomes the first American automotive producer.
1922
1922
President Warren G. Harding signs the Lodge–Fish Resolution.
Harding signs the Lodge–Fish Resolution, establishing a Jewish homeland in Palestine. The Resolution also ensured holy places and religious sites would be protected.
1928
1928
The first issue of My Weekly Reader is published.
The first issue of My Weekly Reader is published. The magazine aimed to help elementary students learn about world events and build a lifelong habit of reading the news.
1937
1937
The Hobbit is published for the first time.
J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit is published for the first time. Only 1,500 copies were printed, with all copies sold by December.
1942
1942
Newly 4,000 Jews of are sent to extermination camps on Yom Kippur.
Nazis in Ukraine send over 3,588 Jews of Pidhaitsi to Bełżec (1,000 Jews) and Konstantynów to Biała Podlaska (2,588 Jews) to extermination camps on the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur.
1957
1957
Perry Mason premieres on television.
Perry Mason premieres on television. The series aired from 1957 to 1966, showing 271 episodes in nine seasons.
1970
1970
Monday Night Football premieres on ABC.
Monday Night Football premieres on ABC with the Cleveland Browns playing the New York Jets. The Browns beat the jets by 10 points (31 to 21).
1981
1981
Sandra Day O'Connor become the first female justice for the U.S. Supreme Court.
Sandra Day O'Connor is unanimously approved as the first female Supreme Court justice. She served for 25 years.
