Day of the Argentine Antarctic
February 22, Saturday
History of the holiday
Antarctic Day in Argentina dates back to 1904, when Argentina opened the first Antarctic station, "Omon", located on Laurie Island in the South Orkney Islands. This event marked the beginning of Argentina's permanent presence on the Antarctic continent and laid the foundation for future research in this region.
How Antarctic Day is celebrated
Ceremonial events. On this day, official ceremonies are held with the participation of government officials, military personnel and scientists involved in Antarctic research.
Educational programs. Schools and universities organize lectures and seminars on the importance of Antarctica for Argentina and the unique ecosystems of this region.
Scientific presentations. Scientists working on Antarctic expeditions share their discoveries and research related to the climate, biodiversity and geology of Antarctica.
Day of the Argentine Antarctic in other years
- 2021 February 22, Monday
- 2022 February 22, Tuesday
- 2023 February 22, Wednesday
- 2024 February 22, Thursday