National Biographer's Day
May 16, Friday
When is National Biographer's Day celebrated?
The holiday is observed annually on May 16.
Goals of the holiday:
- To pay tribute to biographers and their contribution to preserving historical memory
- To recognize the work of those who gather facts, conduct research, and create detailed portraits of individuals
- To encourage interest in biographies and history and to inspire people to explore the lives of great individuals
How is National Biographer's Day celebrated?
- Reading or writing biographies of well-known figures
- Recognizing biographers' work through events or publications
- Hosting lectures or gatherings focused on biographies and their authors
- Sharing books and quotes from biographies on social media
Who can participate?
- Biographers, writers, and researchers
- Literature and history enthusiasts
- People interested in the lives of great individuals
Interesting fact:
National Biographer's Day was chosen to be held on May 16 in honor of the birthday of James Boswell, the famous biographer of Samuel Johnson.