Stephen Foster Memorial Day

Summary

Stephen Foster Memorial Day is a United States Federal Observance Day observed on January 13. According to 36 U.S.C. § 140, Stephen Foster Memorial Day celebrates the life of American songwriter Stephen Foster.[1] The date commemorates date that Foster died. The law took effect on November 2, 1966, and the day was first observed in January 1967.

Stephen Foster Memorial Day
DateJanuary 13
Next timeJanuary 13, 2025 (2025-01-13)
Frequencyannual

Notes edit

  1. ^ 36 U.S.C. § 140