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Ready to hit the beach and celebrate National Seashell Day? Gather up your friends and search for seashells, then create a unique souvenir to remember it by!
Welcome to National Seashell Day on June 21st! This day is all about celebrating the beauty, diversity and wonder of seashells. From their unique shapes and patterns to their vibrant colors, these shells have been around since the beginning of time and can be found in almost every ocean in the world. Whether you're a beachcomber or a collector, this special day is your chance to appreciate the majesty of seashells. So grab your bucket and head out for a shell-finding adventure!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>5th Century BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ancient Shell Use</div><div class='timeline-text'>People in the ancient Phoenician civilization were using seashells as a form of money.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1600s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Dutch Trade with Shells</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Dutch started to use Cowrie shells in trade with the native population of Mauritius during the colonial rule.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Victorian Shell Art</div><div class='timeline-text'>Seashell art and collecting became a popular hobby among wealthy Victorians, leading to elaborate shell-encrusted decorative items.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Malacology Emerges</div><div class='timeline-text'>Malacology, the branch of zoology that studies mollusks, of which seashells are a large part, gained credibility as a scientific field.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Seashell Day Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first National Seashell Day was celebrated, aimed at promoting awareness and appreciation for seashells and marine life.</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'>Go to the beach</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>This is a no-brainer. Head to your nearest beach and go looking for seashells. Don't forget to look for other things too, like crabs, starfish, and any other creatures you can find.</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'>Make a seashell craft</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make something special with your seashells. Create a picture frame with your shells or make jewelry. You can even make a wind chime or art piece with your finds.</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'>Collect seashells</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're feeling ambitious, start a collection of seashells. Take different sizes and shapes of shells and add them to your collection. You can even paint them if you like.</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'>Host a beach party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite some friends and family over for a beach party. Decorate with seashells, cook up some seafood and have fun on the beach.</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'>Go shell hunting</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a walk along the shoreline and look for shells that have been washed up by the tide. It's a great way to explore nature and find some unique shells.</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'>Seashells are beautiful</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Unequivocally, the beauty of shells is something to marvel at. Varying shapes, sizes and colors create an endlessly diverse array of shells. Each shell is unique and has its own breathtaking characteristics.</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'>Seashells Crystallize Memories</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Finding a seashell may bring back fond memories of trips past. Seashells can remind us of happy times spent with friends and family while searching for them along the beach or coastline, or simply relaxing in the sun, listening to the calming sound of the ocean.</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'>Seashells help Celebrate Nature's Beauty</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Apart from serving as amazing decorations for homes and office spaces, seashells also serve as reminders of how amazing and beautiful nature can be. Whether you find one by accident or take a trip dedicated to finding them, it's always fun to admire these little pieces of natural art!</p></div></div>
National Seashell Day is celebrated on June 21 every year. In 2024 National Seashell Day will occur on a Friday.
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