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Get ready to celebrate the online encyclopedia that has changed the way we access information – it's Wikipedia Day on January 15! Founded in 2001, this free and collaborative platform has become a go-to source for everything from historical facts to pop culture trivia. With over 50 million articles in 300 different languages, it's no wonder that Wikipedia has become a household name. So on this special day, let's appreciate the incredible work of volunteers who have contributed to building this vast and valuable resource for all of us.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wikipedia Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>Wikipedia was launched by Jimmy Wales and Larry Sanger on January 15, 2001 as a free and collaborative online encyclopedia.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Wikipedia Edit</div><div class='timeline-text'>Larry Sanger makes the first edit on Wikipedia. The page was "Hello, world!"</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wikimedia Foundation Establishment</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Wikimedia Foundation, which runs Wikipedia, was established in June 2003 to ensure the project's independence and growth.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Over One Million English Articles</div><div class='timeline-text'>Wikipedia’s English version reached its one millionth article in March 2006, showcasing incredible growth in only five years.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Wikipedia Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Wikipedians around the world started celebrating the 15th of January as Wikipedia Day, marking its growing global impact.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Over 55 Million Articles</div><div class='timeline-text'>Wikipedia now holds over 55 million articles in over 300 languages, making it the world's largest online encyclopedia.</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'>Edit a Wikipedia page</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate Wikipedia Day by joining in on the editing fun! Choose a topic you are passionate about and make some contributions to a Wikipedia page to help improve its accuracy and completeness.</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 Wikipedia-themed trivia night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and test your knowledge of Wikipedia with a trivia night! Create questions related to the history, content, and contributors of Wikipedia for a fun and informative celebration.</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'>Donate to the Wikimedia Foundation</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your appreciation for Wikipedia by donating to the Wikimedia Foundation, the non-profit organization that operates Wikipedia. Every little bit helps keep this valuable resource free and accessible to all.</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'>Create a Wikipedia-themed scavenger hunt</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and design a scavenger hunt that incorporates Wikipedia! Use clues related to Wikipedia pages and have participants race to find the answers for a fun and challenging celebration.</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'>Share your favorite Wikipedia pages on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread the love for Wikipedia by sharing your favorite pages on social media! Use the hashtag #WikipediaDay to join in on the celebration and help educate others about this incredible online encyclopedia.</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'>It's a free source of information</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Without Wikipedia, many people may not have access to reliable and unbiased information on a wide range of topics. It's an amazing resource for students, researchers, and anyone looking to expand their knowledge on any subject imaginable.</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'>It's constantly evolving and improving</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Wikipedia is updated and edited by volunteers from all over the world. This means that it is constantly evolving and improving, with new information being added every day. It's a collaborative effort that continues to grow and provide valuable knowledge to its users.</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'>It promotes the sharing of knowledge</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Wikipedia encourages people to share their expertise and contribute to the vast collection of knowledge available on the platform. It fosters a sense of community and collaboration, making it more than just a website - it's a movement towards promoting open access to information for everyone.</p></div></div>
Wikipedia Day is celebrated on January 15 every year. In 2024 Wikipedia Day will occur on a Monday.
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