National Siblings Day 👫

Overview

National Siblings Day is an annual observance in the United States, celebrated on April 10th, dedicated to honoring the unique bond between brothers and sisters. It encourages people to appreciate and celebrate the special relationship, companionship, and shared history that siblings provide, recognizing their invaluable role in one another's lives.

Origin and story

The holiday was founded in 1995 by Claudia Evart, who chose April 10th in memory of her late sister, Lisette.

Several U.S. presidents, including Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, have issued presidential proclamations recognizing National Siblings Day.

Quick facts

• DateApril 10
• TypeCultural / community observance
• Great forFriends, Families, Classrooms, Teams

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Ways to celebrate

This holiday exists because of a personal loss, not a marketing campaign — its date is a memorial, not an arbitrary pick.

Meet the founder and her loss

Claudia Evart founded National Siblings Day and the Siblings Day Foundation in 1995 after losing both her sister Lisette and brother Alan — Lisette was killed at just 19 in a car accident that also took their father's life.

Know why the date is April 10

Evart chose April 10 specifically because it was Lisette's birthday, turning what could have been an ordinary corporate-style holiday into a deliberate act of remembrance.

Read the fuller story

Helpful resources:

• The Origin Story of National Siblings Day (NPR)

Did you know?

The Siblings Day Foundation has received formal recognition from three different U.S. presidents — Clinton, Bush, and Obama each signed a presidential message honoring the day, in 2000, 2008, and 2016 respectively.

Fun facts

• The holiday was founded in 1995 by Claudia Evart, who chose April 10th in memory of her late sister, Lisette.
• Several U.S. presidents, including Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, have issued presidential proclamations recognizing National Siblings Day.
• While predominantly a U.S. observance, similar 'Siblings Day' celebrations occur in countries like Canada, India, and Australia.

Sources and attribution

The Origin Story of National Siblings Day (NPR)

External links may lead to third-party websites.

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FAQ

When is National Siblings Day?

It is observed on April 10 each year.

What is National Siblings Day?

National Siblings Day is an annual observance in the United States, celebrated on April 10th, dedicated to honoring the unique bond between brothers and sisters. It encourages people to appreciate and celebrate the special relationship, companionship, and shared history that siblings provide, recognizing their invaluable role in one another's lives.

How do people celebrate National Siblings Day?

Reach out to a sibling and consider the day's origin — Claudia Evart founded it in 1995 after losing her sister Lisette and brother Alan, choosing April 10 because it was Lisette's birthday.

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