Annual commemoration of Charles Darwin and science
Darwin Day
Darwin at 59
Observed by
Various groups and individuals
Significance
The day celebrates Darwin's life and work
Celebrations
Various
Date
12 February
Next time
12 February 2025 (2025-02-12)
Frequency
annual
Darwin Day is a celebration to commemorate the birthday of Charles Darwin on 12 February 1809. The day is used to highlight Darwin's contributions to science and to promote science in general. Darwin Day is celebrated around the world.[1]
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