National Lobster Day

Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Dec 22, 2023 By Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Originally Published on Mar 17, 2022
Fact-checked by Naman Khanna
National Lobster Day facts are lip-smacking.

Where is National Lobster Day celebrated?

National Lobster Day is celebrated in the United States of America as well as by lobster aficionados in the world.

Who is National Lobster Day celebrated by?

National Lobster Day is a national holiday for American citizens but it is not restricted to one country. It can be a day of celebration for all lobster lovers living in any nation.

When did National Lobster Day first start?

The first National Lobster Day was celebrated after a resolution was passed in 2015.

Who started National Lobster Day?

United States Senators Susan Collins and Angus King started the tradition of celebrating National Lobster Day.

History And Timelines

Maine lobster is one of the tastiest items available on the planet so let us dive into some of the important historical events.

Traditions And Customs

National Lobster Day is celebrated on June 15 and September 25 each year, and people in the USA take part in celebrating the day.

There is no one way to celebrate the day. You can enjoy it any way you want. Cooking a lobster claw by using a fresh lobster from the sea or throwing a lobster party are some of the ways to enjoy National Lobster Day.

Ways To Observe Or Celebrate National Lobster Day

You can enjoy a hearty lobster meal by visiting your favorite seafood restaurant or having a good lobster feast with your family at home.

Cook new lobster recipes which you haven’t before such as the ever-popular lobster bisque and lobster thermidor. Have a conversation at the dinner table between each bite of the lobster.

You can visit the Maine Lobster Museum and try some of the best lobsters in the home of the crustacean creature.

You might even consider getting a lobster costume from a fancy dress shop and throwing a lobster theme party with games and decorations related to the lobster.

Facts and Stats

  • There is not just one but two National Lobster Days celebrated on September 25 and June 15.
  • Since the day is celebrated twice a year, this year they would fall on Wednesday (June 15) and Sunday (September 25).
  • On this day, all forms and colors of lobsters are celebrated.

Lobster Trapping

Before the 1850s, lobsters were caught by hand but the use of lobster pots became popular during this time.

1850s

Lobster Trap Invented

Shoemaker Ebenezer Thorndike of Massachusetts invented the American lobster trap.

1808

Lobsters Available In Restaurants

The first serving of lobsters in restaurants occurred during this time in the salad section.

1860s

Lobster In Huge Quantities

The lobster population was huge in 1597 but it has declined to a great extent in 400 years.

1597

Resolution Passed

The National Lobster Day resolution was passed by two US Senators.

2015

Is National Lobster Day in June or September?

National Lobster Day occurs twice annually, once in June and again in September.

When was National Lobster Day passed?

The resolution for the national holiday was passed in 2015.

Who started National Lobster Day?

US Senators Susan Collins and Angus King started the celebration of National Lobster Day

What is the significance of National Lobster Day?

The day is celebrated to honor the people who risk their lives in the ocean while catching lobster and also as a way of enjoying the seafood.

How do people celebrate National Lobster Day?

People celebrate the day by eating baked lobster and throwing a themed party.

Why do people celebrate National Lobster Day?

People celebrate the day to appreciate the history of lobsters.

In which country do people celebrate National Lobster Day?

The day is celebrated mostly in the USA.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Monday, June 15, 2020
  • Tuesday, June 15, 2021
  • Wednesday, June 15, 2022
  • Thursday, June 15, 2023
  • Saturday, June 15, 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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Rajnandini RoychoudhuryBachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

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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