National Brown-Bag-It Day

National Brown-Bag-It Day is an American holiday dedicated to brown paper bags for packaging. It is a great invention with several advantages: it is environmentally friendly, easy to recycle, helps maintain an optimal temperature for products, and is practical. It is observed annually on May 25.

History

The history of National Brown-Bag-It Day is not well known. It is believed that the holiday began after 2010.

The creation of brown bags for packaging is attributed to Francis Wolle, Margaret Knight, and Walter Deubener. They all worked hard to develop a bag that would meet our needs in every way. And they succeeded. Modern paper bags are a great alternative to plastic and cellophane bags.

By choosing brown bags for lunch packaging, you are helping the environment. They are made from recycled paper, easily recyclable, and decompose without contaminating the environment.

Interesting Facts

• William Goodale was the first person to receive a patent for the invention of paper bags in 1869.
• The popularity of paper bags in the United States surged in the second half of the 20th century.
• Standard paper bags can hold an average of 14 items.

How to Celebrate

Be more active in using brown bags on this day. Instead of ordering food from cafes, bring your own lunch. It’s a great way to save money and use brown paper bags for packing.

Spread the word about the holiday on social media. Ask users how often they use brown bags.

When is National Brown-Bag-It Day in 2025?

National Brown-Bag-It Day is observed on May 25 each year.

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