National Technology Day

Celebrate innovation and the digital age on National Technology Day! This day recognizes the incredible impact technology has on our daily lives, from smartphones to artificial intelligence. Explore new tech trends, learn about emerging technologies, and appreciate how technology connects us, improves our lives, and shapes the future.

History & Origins

Many national observances in the United States were established through proclamations, grassroots movements, or legislative actions to bring attention to important causes and celebrations.

Why It Matters

National observances help unite communities around shared values and important causes, fostering national identity and civic engagement.

How to Celebrate

Learn about a new technology or app you've never used before. Attend a tech meetup or virtual conference. Explore coding or digital skills through online tutorials. Share your favorite tech tools and tips on social media. Support organizations that provide technology education and access to underserved communities.

Fun Facts

• The first computer weighed 30 tons and filled an entire room
• Smartphones have more computing power than the computers that sent humans to the moon
• The internet processes over 3.5 billion searches per day
• Artificial intelligence is being used in over 50 industries
• The first email was sent in 1971 between two computers sitting next to each other