5 National Days to Celebrate on January 12, 2027

Kiss A Ginger Day

January 12, 2027 celebrates Kiss A Ginger Day, plus 4 more. On January 12th, everyone is encouraged to find their favorite redhead and give them a peck on Kiss a Ginger Day.

Read the full story →

National Pharmacist Day

National Pharmacist Day on January 12th annually recognizes and honors all pharmacists across the nation.

Read the full story →

As the holiday season fades away, our minds turn to our next opportunity for a vacation. While that may seem far off, National Shop for Travel Day on the second Tuesday in January reminds us to start planning now!

Read the full story →

Historical Events on January 12

Events that occurred on January 12 throughout history

1932

Hattie W

Hattie W. Caraway (D-Arkansas) wins a special election that makes her the first woman to be elected to the U.S. Senate. In November of the previous year, the Arkansas state legislature appointed Caraway to complete the term vacated by her husband Senator Thadeus Caraway's death.

January 12, 1932

1966

Batman premiered on television starring Adam West as Batman

Batman premiered on television starring Adam West as Batman. The Caped Crusader appeared in 120 episodes that aired on ABC.

January 12, 1966

1967

The Alcor Life Extension Foundation cryogenically preserved

The Alcor Life Extension Foundation cryogenically preserved the first person with the intention of being resuscitated in the future. Upon his death, psychology professor Dr. James H. Bedford of California achieved half his dream of being placed in cryogenic suspension. It remains to be seen whether or not he will see the other half of his dream and survive to be re-animated.

January 12, 1967

1986

Dr

Dr. Franklin R. Chang-Diaz launches into space aboard the space shuttle Columbia 7 and becomes the first Hispanic person in space. January 12th Celebrated (and Not So Celebrated) Birthdays

January 12, 1986