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Calling all mascots! It's time to celebrate National Mascot Day on June 17th. This special day celebrates the fun and unique personalities that mascots bring to sporting events, schools, and businesses alike. Although it's unclear when exactly this holiday was created, it’s believed to have been around since at least 2000. Whether you're a furry creature, fuzzy animal, or a person dressed in costume – today is your day to shine! So let's get ready for some mascot-filled fun with celebrations all across the country.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1869</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Use of Live Mascot</div><div class='timeline-text'>Yale University's "Handsome Dan" was the first live college mascot, setting a precedent for many schools to follow.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cartoon Mascot Emergence</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 1920s saw the introduction of cartoon mascots, such as Felix the Cat, to represent businesses and products.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1944</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Superhero Mascot</div><div class='timeline-text'>Captain America became the first superhero used as a mascot during World War II to boost morale and patriotism.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1974</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>San Diego Chicken Hatches</div><div class='timeline-text'>The San Diego Chicken, one of the first widely popular modern sports mascots, hatches and starts its reign in baseball.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Olympic Mascots Evolution</div><div class='timeline-text'>Izzy, the mascot for the 1996 Atlanta Summer Olympics, marked a significant divergence from traditional mascot designs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Mascot Day Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>The celebration of National Mascot Day begins, honoring mascots in sports and schools for their spirited and entertaining performances.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a Mascot Day parade</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather up all of your friends and family, dress up in costumes and create a parade to celebrate any and all mascots!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a mascot-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>A mascot-themed party is the perfect way to show your love for your favorite mascot. Invite your friends over to enjoy games, decorations, and snacks that revolve around the mascot.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Draw a mascot portrait</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to draw a portrait of your favorite mascot. This could be a great piece of art to hang up in your home or office.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a letter to your favorite mascot</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to write a letter expressing your appreciation for your favorite mascot. You can even share stories about how you've been inspired by the mascot.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit the mascot in person</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're lucky enough to live near the location where the mascot appears, plan a visit and take pictures with them! It's an unforgettable experience and the perfect way to celebrate National Mascot Day.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mascots bring joy & excitement</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Mascots are a fun and exciting way to add some extra energy and enthusiasm to any event. Whether they’re performing cheers on the sidelines of a sporting event or singing songs with children, mascots help create an unforgettable atmosphere that everyone can enjoy!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mascots create a sense of community</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>A mascot helps to form a connection between people - it gives them something in common to talk about and celebrate. Mascots represent unity and bring people together, making it easier for communities to build stronger relationships with each other.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mascots promote school spirit</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The presence of a mascot at school events is sure to get students excited and fired up! A mascot encourages school pride and makes activities like pep rallies more meaningful. Plus, having a mascot can help boost morale during difficult times and increase the overall positive culture of the school!</p></div></div>
National Mascot Day is celebrated on June 17 every year. In 2024, National Mascot Day will fall on a Monday.
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