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205th day and 30th week in 1961
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State Holiday Pioneer Day (Utah)
Pioneer Day in Utah commemorates the entry of Brigham Young and the first group of Mormon pioneers into Utah's Salt Lake Valley on July 24, 1847. It is a state holiday that celebrates the bravery, determination, and faith of the early settlers who made the arduous journey to the region. The day is marked with a variety of festivities including parades, fireworks, rodeos, and reenactments of the pioneers' arrival. Cultural and religious gatherings are also common, reflecting on the history and contributions of the Mormon pioneers to the state of Utah. Pioneer Day is a celebration of Utah's history and heritage, bringing together communities to honor their pioneer legacy and the spirit of perseverance and unity that characterizes the state.
Day Information
This day was 23156 days ago, today is 12/16/2024.
Moon: waxing, moon phase is waxing gibbous, age 11.1 days, new moon August 11, full moon July 27.
Date ISO 8601 format: 1961-07-24T22:05:24-07:00
UTC date and time: 1961-07-25 05:05:24
Unix time: -266266476
Sun information in Los Angeles
Sunrise: 5:57 AM
Sunset: 8:01 PM
At zenith: 12:59 PM
Length of day: 14h 4m
Births anniversaries
Amelia Mary Earhart
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