1. Presidential Inauguration
On March 4, 2024, the President of the United States will be inaugurated into office. This date has historically been significant for presidential inaugurations, as it used to be the official Inauguration Day until the passage of the 20th Amendment in 1933.
2. World Wildlife Day
March 4th is also recognized as World Wildlife Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of wildlife conservation and the need to protect endangered species around the world.
3. Historical Events
Several significant historical events have taken place on March 4th throughout history, including the inauguration of Thomas Jefferson as the third President of the United States in 1801 and the founding of the city of Chicago in 1837.
4. National Grammar Day
March 4th is celebrated as National Grammar Day in the United States, a day dedicated to promoting the importance of proper grammar and language usage in communication.
5. Birthdays
Many notable individuals were born on March 4th, including the composer Antonio Vivaldi, the author Patricia MacLachlan, and the actress Catherine O’Hara.
6. Sports Events
March 4th has also been the date of several significant sports events, including the opening of the first modern Olympic Games in Athens in 1896 and the first official basketball game played in the United States in 1892.
7. Cultural Celebrations
Various cultural celebrations and festivals take place on March 4th around the world, including Holi, the Hindu festival of colors, and St. Casimir’s Day, a holiday celebrated in Lithuania and Poland in honor of the patron saint of Lithuania.
