National Button Day

Founded in 1938 by the National Button Society, National Button Day is an annual observance held on November 16th to celebrate the history and cultural significance of buttons. Buttons have been used for thousands of years and have played an important role in fashion, art, and politics. Buttons can be made from a variety of materials, including wood, metal, plastic, and mother-of-pearl. They can be plain or ornate, and can serve a variety of purposes, such as fastening clothing, adorning accessories, or conveying political or social messages. National Button Day encourages people to appreciate the history and artistry of buttons, as well as their functional uses. It is celebrated with events and activities such as button-making workshops, exhibits of antique and vintage buttons, and fashion shows featuring button-adorned clothing. In addition to celebrating the beauty and creativity of buttons, National Button Day also recognizes the important role that buttons have played in shaping history. Buttons have been used to commemorate important events and causes, such as political campaigns and social movements, and have been worn as symbols of identity and affiliation.