September 3rd is a special day, as it’s the day we celebrate Welsh Rarebit Day and Skyscraper Day.
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You’re about to unearth some of the most interesting historical events of all time that all just happened to fall on this special day.
Did you know that on this day, September 3, 1833, The Sun newspaper was published for the first time in New York City? It was the first newspaper to report crimes and personal events such as suicides, deaths, and divorces.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about September 3rd in history!
Historical Events
What memorable events happened on September 3 in history? Keep reading to find out!
A record-breaking haircut saved a sheep that had not been sheared in over five years in Canberra, Australia.
The overgrown hair was causing health problems to the sheep, which impaired its walking, so a resident named Sue Dowling relieved it by shearing off 88 lbs (40 kg) of fleece. The sheep was named Chris and was put up for adoption after its life was saved.
Famous Births
Is today your birthday? If so, you share this special day with Charlie Sheen! Check out more famous people born on this day below.
2001
Kaia Gerber
American Model
Age
24 years old
Born IN
California, USA
1986
Shaun White
American Snowboarder
Age
39 years old
Born IN
California, USA
1999
Rich Brian
Indonesian Rapper
Age
26 years old
Born IN
Jakarta, Indonesia
1965
Charlie Sheen
American Actor
Age
60 years old
Born IN
New York, USA
Birthday & Zodiac
Everyone who was born on September 3rd shares the same star sign, Virgo.
Virgo is the sixth sign in the zodiac and is represented by the goddess of fertility and agriculture. Did you know that the brightest star in the Virgo constellation is called “Spica” and is the 15th brightest star in the sky?
If you were born in September, Sapphire is your assigned birthstone. Sapphires are associated with royalty and romance. They’re said to symbolize fidelity and the soul.
If your birthday falls on this day, you would’ve likely been conceived around December 11 in the previous year.
A baby conceived on September 3, 2025, will likely be due next year around May 27.
Quotes
Memorable quotes are being said or written every day. Here we have the most notable quote ever said on this day.
1888
“In life and in painting too, I can easily do without the dear Lord, but I can’t, suffering as I do, do without something greater than myself, which is my life, the power to create.”
Vincent van Gogh
(Dutch Painter)
Special Holidays
If you're looking for something to do today, maybe these special holidays might just help to cure your boredom!
United States
National Welsh Rarebit Day
Welsh rarebit is a classic Welsh recipe that puts cheese on toast to shame. To make it, you take the traditional recipe but instead use a variety of rich Welsh cheeses and add a heartwarming ale sauce. If you’ve never tried it, make it your mission today, as it’s a true masterpiece!
United States
National Skyscraper Day
National Skyscraper Day takes place on the birthday of the father of modern skyscrapers, Louis H.Sullivan, to honor his contribution to the creation of these architectural monoliths. Celebrate today by wandering the streets and gazing up in awe at some marvelous skyscrapers!
Fact Of The Day
Days Until
Your countdown to 2025's upcoming special days!
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