4 National Days to Celebrate on March 15, 2027

March 15, 2027 celebrates National Pears Helene Day, plus 3 more.

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National Kansas Day

On March 15th, National Kansas Day recognizes The Sunflower State. Magnificent herds of bison, elk, mule deer, and antelope roamed the vast open plains populated by Cherokee, Osage, Pawnee, and many other tribes. The region became a part of the United States with the Louisiana Purchase in 1803.

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National Napping Day

Each year, National Napping Day recognizes our need the day following the return of daylight saving time. Not only does the observance encourage a nap, it reminds us that there's no shame in taking one either. While preparing for the time change can offset the shock to our internal clock, many other things in our life may not handle the change so well causing us to still lose sleep. Young children and pets do not adjust as easily and certain work schedules do not permit early adjustment, either.

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Historical Events on March 15

Events that occurred on March 15 throughout history

1892

Jesse W

Jesse W. Reno of New York City patented an "endless conveyor or elevator" that operated as a ride at Coney Island. His patent no. 470,918 describes an escalator-type machine. The Otis Elevator Company would purchase Reno's company after the turn of the century.

March 15, 1892

1913

The first presidential press conference is held in the Oval Office

The first presidential press conference is held in the Oval Office. Just eleven days before, President Woodrow Wilson had been inaugurated and his secretary encouraged him to hold a meeting with the press. An appointment was made and more than 100 reporters fill Wilson's office. While the location of the presidential press conference may be different, that meeting over 100 years ago kicked off a tradition that still continues today.

March 15, 1913

1919

Over a weekend in Paris, more than 1,000 American

Over a weekend in Paris, more than 1,000 American Expeditionary Forces gathered to launch a patriotic veteran service organization. Today the American Legion is comprised of current and former members of the military. The organization makes many contributions in support of youth and veterans including creating the American Legion Baseball program, leadership programs, financial support to the Vietnam Memorial, scholarships, and much more.

March 15, 1919

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