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The United States Patent Office issues the first patent for a tin can in the U.S. to Ezra Daggett and Thomas Kensett.
National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for January 19, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.
January 19, 2026 celebrates National Popcorn Day, plus 2 more. On January 19th, National Popcorn Day pops onto the scene with a crunch we all love to enjoy! The annual celebration recognizes a treat that satisfies munchies, day or night.
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January 19 is National Imagination Day--a celebration of the power of creative thinking. Founded by National Day Calendar in 2023, this special day was created to honor the late Dolly Parton on her birthday, January 19, which also happens to be the date National Day Calendar was founded. Dolly’s passion for nurturing young minds through her global Imagination Library inspired us to share joy, kindness, and imagination every single day.
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The United States Patent Office issues the first patent for a tin can in the U.S. to Ezra Daggett and Thomas Kensett.
The American Civil Liberties Union is founded. The organization grew out of the 1917 National Civil Liberties Bureau founded by Roger Nash Baldwin and Crystal Eastman. Other founding members include Helen Keller, Morris Ernst, Garfield Hays, and Jane Addams.
Frederick .M Jones receives patent No. 2,666,298 for his "Methods and Means of Defrosting a Cold Diffuser." His invention improved refrigeration units of all kinds, especially trucks transporting frozen foods. Jones was also co-founder of the Thermo-King company.
The last German-made Volkswagen Beetle leaves the production line in Emden, Germany. Volkswagen continues production of the iconic car in Mexico until 2003.
Donnie Darko starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Jena Malone, and Mary McDonnell premieres at the Sundance Film Festival. Directed and written by Richard Kelly, the science-fiction drama was nominated for a Grand Jury Prize.
Longer-running observances that include this date.
World Health Esteem Month
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National Store Brands Month
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National Hobby Month
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National Hot Tea Month
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National Cbd Month
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National Slavery And Human Trafficking Prevention Month
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National Blood Donor Month
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National Menudo Month
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National Black Diamond Month
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National Bath Safety Month
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National Mentoring Month
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