National Handwriting Day Date in the current year: January 23, 2024

Writing Instrument Manufacturers Association is an American trade association that covers the industry of pen, pencil and highlighter manufacturers. WIMA created National Handwriting Day, celebrated on January 23, in conjunction with John Hancock's birthday. He is known as the first person to sign the Declaration of Independence and famous for his large and bold signature.

Calligraphy is the whole art of writing in China and Japan, where masters of handwriting are highly appreciated. Many other countries do not pay as much attention to calligraphy, but people with good handwriting are respected everywhere. National Handwriting Day is relevant for every country in the world and can be observed in many ways by everyone who wants to participate.