How long ago was the first Earth Day?

The first Earth Day was 56 years ago.

The first Earth Day happened on April 22, 1970. That's 56 years, 5 months and 5 days.

as of September 2026

About 20 million Americans took part.

The first Earth Day turns 60 on April 22, 2030.

If you were born before April 22, 1970, you're older than the first Earth Day.

Mind-bender: The first Earth Day is closer in time to the first crossword puzzle (1913) than to today.

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