Sister Maria Hummel Day

Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Dec 22, 2023 By Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Originally Published on Mar 09, 2022
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Sister Maria Hummel Day is extremely important.


Where is Sister Maria Hummel Day celebrated?

Sister Maria Hummel Day is widely celebrated in Germany and around the world because Hummel's postcards and artwork were very popular.

Who is Sister Maria Hummel Day celebrated by?

Sister Maria Hummel Day is celebrated by nuns, children, and anyone who has a passion for art.

When did Sister Maria Hummel Day first start?

The origin of Sister Maria Hummel Day is unknown.

Who started Sister Maria Hummel Day?

The creator of Sister Maria Hummel Day is unknown.

History And Timeline

Sister Maria Hummel was a devout catholic and believed in giving back to the world.

Birth of Sister Maria

Sister Maria Hummel was born on May 21, 1909, and this is also the day when Sister Maria Hummel Day is celebrated.

May 21, 1909

The Hummel-Buch

A collection of the original drawings she painted were published in the Hummel-Buch book. This was also when Franz Goebel, who owned a porcelain manufacturing company, asked her permission to turn those pictures into porcelain figurines.

1934

Sister Maria Hummel

This was when Hummel took the last and final vows to become Sister Maria Innocentia of the Third Order.

1937

The Nazi Invasion

Local Nazi officers invaded her church and forced her and 800 other sisters out of the convent where they lived and worked together as a community.

1940

Final days of Sister Maria

Over the years since her final vows, Sister Maria's health kept worsening, and she was soon on her death bed. She took her last breath on November 6, 1946, at the mere age of 31.

1946

Traditions And Customs

There are no particular customs or traditions related to Sister Maria Hummel Day.

Ways To Celebrate Sister Maria Hummel Day

Sister Maria Hummel Day can be observed in many ways. You can spend the day reading about Sister Maria and how she dedicated her youth to painting, teaching, and nature.

You can also spend the day learning a new hobby, visiting a church, spending your time with children at an orphanage, and teaching them something new.

You can also give porcelain figurines as souvenirs to family and friends.

Facts And Stats

  • Figurine enthusiasts or those who like to keep figurine collectibles observe this day by visiting museums with the work of Sister Maria on display.
  • Since Sister Maria was passionate about painting and creativity, many schools and churches host exhibitions for students and parents on this day.
  • Centa Hummel, sister of Sister Maria Hummel, established a Berta Hummel museum that showcased her original work. Visiting this museum is a common practice on this special day.

What are Hummel figurines made from?

Hummel figurines, also known as Hummels, are made from porcelain.

When is Sister Maria Hummel Day?

Sister Maria Hummel Day is observed every year on May 21.

What is the significance of Sister Maria Hummel Day?

This day provides us with a deep sense of realization that a young person dedicated herself to others and nature.

What was the first Hummel figurine made?

The first hummel figurine was made in 1935.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Thursday, May 21, 2020
  • Friday, May 21, 2021
  • Saturday, May 21, 2022
  • Sunday, May 21, 2023
  • Tuesday, May 21, 2024

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Written by Rajnandini Roychoudhury

Bachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

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With a Master of Arts in English, Rajnandini has pursued her passion for the arts and has become an experienced content writer. She has worked with companies such as Writer's Zone and has had her writing skills recognized by publications such as The Telegraph. Rajnandini is also trilingual and enjoys various hobbies such as music, movies, travel, philanthropy, writing her blog, and reading classic British literature. 

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