June 10, 2027 celebrates National Black Cow Day, plus 6 more. National Black Cow Day on June 10 celebrates a delicious ice cream float beverage also known as a Root Beer Float. That's right, the beverage made with root beer and vanilla ice cream was is called a Black Cow. Moo-ve along with us as we learn a brief history about the Black Cow and hopefully enjoy a Black Cow in the process!
June 10 is National Iced Tea Day to celebrate one of summer's favorite refreshing drinks. Whether you prefer sweetened or unsweetened, with or without lemon, we invite you to pour yourself a glass as we relax and enjoy some random information about iced tea.
Today is June 10 on the National Day Calendar and we are throwing a sweet celebration for National Frosted Cookie Day. This nostalgic food day celebrates by inspiring families everywhere to live life playfully, while enjoying the iconic frosted animal cookies by Mother's® Cookies!
Roll out the red carpet for National Egg Roll Day celebrations on June 10. This yummy food holiday delivers an American Dream story, plus satisfies a craving at the same time. You know you’re craving an egg roll now!
Grab your ballpoint pen and write this on your calendar: On June 10 of each year, National Ballpoint Pen Day recognizes the useful writing utensil and commemorates the anniversary of the patent filing on June 10, 1943.
We celebrate flavor each year on June 10 during National Herbs and Spices Day to recognize the diversity and quality offered by using both fresh and dried herbs and spices in your cooking.
National Career Nurse Assistants' Day happens on the first day of National Nursing Assistants' Week each year. On this day, we recognize all nursing assistants who dedicate their lives to the well-being of others, whether it's been 5 years or 58 years of service.
Physician-in-chief of Continental Army and co-founder of the Medical College at the University of Pennsylvania. He is often referred to as the "Founder of Public Medical Instruction in America."
1835
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Rebecca Latimer Felton
Educator, writer, and politician who was the first woman to serve in the U.S. Senate, representing the state of Georgia.
1851
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Cora Agnes Benneson
The first women to practice law in New England.
1893
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Hattie McDaniel
Actress best known for her role as Mammy in Gone with the Wind.
1913
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Wilbur Cohen
Pioneer in the creation of both the New Deal Social Security.
1916
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William Rosenberg
Founder of Dunkin' Donuts.
1922
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Judy Garland
Actress and singer whose career spanned over four decades, including The Wizard of Oz and A Star Is Born.
1927
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Eugene Parker
Solar and plasma physicist who was often referred to the "Father and Founder of Heliophysics".
1929
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E. O. Wilson
Scientist who is considered the founder of sociobiology.
1929
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Edward O. Wilson
Sociobiologist and the world’s leading authority on ants.
Historical Events on June 10
Events that occurred on June 10 throughout history
1609
1609
The First Dutch settlers arrive from New Jersey to explore Manhattan Island for settlement.
Henry Hudson explored Manhattan Island in 1609 on behalf of the Dutch East India Company. The exploration led to Dutch merchants beginning trade with the Indigenous population and laid the foundation for permanent settlement a few years later.
1639
1639
Construction on the first American log cabin begins at Fort Christina in Wilmington, Delaware.
Settlers from Sweden and Finland introduced this building style to the New Sweden colony, creating the first log cabins in America.
1692
1692
the first person executed during the Salem witch trials.
Bridget Bishop becomes the first person executed during the Salem witch trials. After being convicted of witchcraft, she was hanged in the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
1752
1752
Benjamin Franklin tests the lightning conductor with his kite-flying experiment
Benjamin Franklin and his son test the lightning conductor with his kite-flying experiment. They flew a silk kite into an approaching storm, drawing electricity from the clouds down a wet hemp string to a metal key. The result was proving lightning is electrical in nature and inspiring the lightning rod.
1809
1809
The first American steamboat successfully navigates the open ocean.
A paddle-wheel steamship becomes the first steamboat to successfully navigate the open ocean. The Phoenix left New York City to Philadelphia.
1847
1847
The Chicago Tribune begins publication.
The Chicago Tribune begins publishing. The paper printed a modest 400 copies of the paper daily.
1854
1854
The first class of the U.S. Naval Academy students graduate.
The first class of the U.S. Naval Academy students graduate from the four-year curriculum that required midshipmen to study at the academy and train aboard ships.
1869
1869
Steamship Agnes arrives in New Orleans with the first delivery of frozen beef.
Steamship Agnes arrives in New Orleans with the first delivery of frozen beef in history. Originating from Texas, this delivery proved that perishable meats could be preserved and transported long-distance without spoiling.
1932
1932
The first demonstration of artificial lightning is showcased.
The first demonstration of artificial lightning is showcased in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The display produced 3-million-volt artificially created lightning. The breakthrough helped scientists study atmospheric electricity and design future protective equipment for power grids.
1933
1933
President Roosevelt issues an executive order making Mount Rushmore in South Dakota.
President Roosevelt issues an executive order making Mount Rushmore in the Black Hills, South Dakota. The monument would become a part of the National Park Service.
1935
1935
Alcoholics Anonymous is formed.
Dr. Robert Smith takes his last drink and creates the Alcoholics Anonymous organization to support people and their sobriety.
1944
1944
Joe Nuxhall (15 years old) becomes the youngest player ever to play in a MLB game.
Joe Nuxhall (15 years old) becomes the youngest player ever to play in a MLB game as a result of WWII player shortage. Nuxhall he pitched two-thirds of an inning in an 18-0 blowout against the St. Louis Cardinals.
1963
1963
The Equal Pay Act of 1963 is signed into law.
President John F. Kennedy signs the Equal Pay Act of 1963 in effort to abolish wage disparity based on sex.
2003
2003
The Spirit Rover is launched on Mars by NASA.
he Spirit Rover is launched on Mars by NASA and safely lands on Mars on January 4, 2004.
2026
2026
Andrew Jackson's parrot is removed from his funeral for swearing.
Andrew Jackson's African Grey parrot "Polly" is removed from his funeral for yelling obscenities at The Hermitage, Tennessee.
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