April 21st is officially World Creativity and Innovation Day & Kindergarten Day.
We made it to day 112 of the year, and there are 254 days remaining until the end of 2024.
If today is a special day for either you or a loved one, you should check out these historical events and facts about this day that helped shape the world we live in today.
Did you know that on this day in 1984, Forever 21 was founded? The company’s first store was opened in Los Angeles.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about April 21st in history!
Events
What memorable events happened on April 21 in history? Keep reading to find out!
2019
Climate change activist Greta Thunberg gave a speech in London, leading to protests across the city for four days.
Almost a thousand people were arrested, with 42 charged.
1820
While observing a compass needle, scientist Hans Christian Ørsted discovered electromagnetism.
Ørsted was setting up apparatus during a lecture. He turned on the electricity, and a compass needle moved away from magnetic north. None of his students could see it, but he saw it clear and knew he’d witnessed something important.
753 BC
Romulus and Remus founded the city of Rome.
Doubt is cast on the story because of its mythical elements, with the twins Romulus and Remus being nursed by a she-wolf. The children were also supposedly fathered by Mars, the Roman god of war. But, myths and legends aside, the Ancient Romans were absolutely certain that their city was founded on this day.
Famous Births
Is today your birthday? If so, did you know that James McAvoy was also born on this day? Here are more famous people born on this day.
1926
Queen Elizabeth II
English
Queen
Died On:
Sep 8, 2022 (Age 96)
Born In:
England, UK
1995
Thomas Doherty
Scottish
Actor
Age:
29 years old
Born In:
Scotland, UK
1979
James McAvoy
Scottish
Actor
Age:
45 years old
Born In:
Scotland, UK
1947
Iggy Pop
American
Musician
Age:
77 years old
Born In:
Michigan, USA
Famous Deaths
Unfortunately, April 21st has also been a day where we’ve had to say some goodbyes over the years…
1969
2018
Verne Troyer
American
Actor
1969
2018
Verne Troyer
Verne Troyer was an American actor born on January 1, 1969. He died on this day in 2018, at age 49 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Died On:
Apr 21, 2018 (Age 49)
Died In:
California, USA
1835
1910
Mark Twain
American
Writer
1835
1910
Mark Twain
Mark Twain was an American writer born on November 30, 1835. He died on this day in 1910, at age 74 in Stormfield, Redding, Connecticut, USA.
Died On:
Apr 21, 1910 (Age 74)
Died In:
Connecticut, USA
1457
1509
Henry VII
British
King
1457
1509
Henry VII
Henry VII was a British king born on January 28, 1457. He died on this day in 1509, at age 52 in Richmond Palace, Surrey, England, UK.
Died On:
Apr 21, 1509 (Age 52)
Died In:
England, UK
Special Holidays
If you’re looking to try something new today, here are some special holidays that might just give you an idea.
World Creativity and Innovation Day
Being creative and coming up with new ways to do things can be incredibly tough for some people – at least at first! We’re here today to encourage you to test the limits of your ability to create new things. So go fiddle with something and try to make it better, or just get creative!
National Kindergarten Day
Today is a pretty special day, as it honors the birthday of Friedrich Wilhelm August Frobel, the man who created the world’s first kindergarten. There’s no better way to celebrate Kindergarten Day than by thanking your kindergarten teacher or even sharing your own experiences as a teacher!
THe Fact Site’s
Fun Fact Of The Day
The original Star Wars premiered on just 32 screens across the US in 1977. This was to produce buzz as the release widened to more theaters.
Birthday & Zodiac
For those of you who were born on April 21, your star sign is Taurus.
Taurus is the second astrological sign in the zodiac. Taureans are knowledgeable beings and will reflect deeply on everything in life. They’ll think about relationships, careers, the world around them.
Those of you that were born in April have the Diamond birthstone. Diamond comes from the Greek word “adamas,” which means “invincible” or “unbreakable.” Before engaging in battle, warriors wore diamonds to give them strength, courage, and “invincible” protection.
People born on this day were likely conceived the previous year on July 29th.
A baby conceived on this day will likely be due around January 12th, 2025.
