Helen Keller Day, observed on June 27, celebrates the extraordinary life and legacy of Helen Keller—an author, activist, and advocate for people with disabilities. Born in 1880 and left deaf and blind by illness, Keller overcame immense challenges to become a symbol of perseverance and progress. The day honors her achievements in education, disability rights, and social justice. Helen Keller Day encourages awareness, accessibility, and the belief that determination can break down any barrier.
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Sunday, June 27, 2027
Died
- James Smithson (English chemist died willing $550,000 to the US for the increase and diffusion of knowledge among men) –
- Joseph Smith (religious leader; organized The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) –
- Jack Lemmon (American actor; died in Los Angeles, California) –
- John Entwistle (musician) –
- Shelby Foote (Civil War historian and novelist) –
- Don Grady (actor) –
- Michael Bond (children’s writer) –
Born
- Mildred J. Hill (composer of song Happy Birthday to You”“) –
- Paul Laurence Dunbar (American poet) –
- Helen Keller (author, lecturer) –
- Bob Keeshan (Captain Kangaroo) –
- Ross Perot (businessman) –
- Vera Wang (designer) –
- J. J. Abrams (television writer & producer) –
- Tobey Maguire (actor) –
- Drake Bell (actor) –
- Madylin Sweeten (actress) –
Events
- First traffic law in U.S. passed, New Amsterdam (N.Y.C.) –
- Liberty Bell returned from Allentown to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania –
- First flight of XB-19 bomber –
- Following North Korea’s invasion of South Korea two days earlier, U.S. President Harry Truman ordered American forces to join in South Korea’s defense. –
- First state law requiring that cars be equipped with seat belts passed in Illinois –
- Chlorophyll-A first synthesized, Cambridge, Massachusetts –
- Joseph Walker flew X-15 at Mach 5.92 (4,104 mph) –
- Kmart trademark registered –
- Entertainment duo Sonny and Cher called it quits as husband and wife (divorce final this day) –
- Muhammad Ali announced his retirement from boxing –
- Bill passed making O Canada national anthem of Canada –
Weather
- It rained fish at Tiller’s Ferry, South Carolina, after a heavy shower –
- Fort Yukon, Alaska, reached 100 degrees F –
- Hurricane Audrey smashed ashore at Cameron Parish, Louisiana, 390 drowned in storm tide –