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Alice in Wonderland Day

As we celebrate Alice in Wonderland Day, we invite you to step into the fantastical world created by Lewis Carroll, where logic is turned upside down and curiosity knows no bounds.

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Roots: July 4, 1862 boat outing that inspired Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Vibe: Whimsical and fantastical, with a touch of satire and social commentary
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Hashtag: #AliceInWonderlandDay

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3 ways to celebrate

AT HOME

Mad tea party

Set the table with mismatched cups, brew strong tea, and serve tiny cakes. Curiouser and curiouser.

WITH FRIENDS

Wonderland movie night

Watch a version of the story together in costume. Award a prize for the best Mad Hatter.

AT WORK OR SCHOOL

Dress as characters

Assign characters to the team and decorate the room with playing cards and pocket watches.

Fast facts

1865Never out of print since its 1865 publication

Translated into more than 170 languages

The story

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, written by Lewis Carroll, was first published in 1865 and has since become a beloved classic of children's literature. The story follows Alice, a young girl who falls down a rabbit hole and enters a fantastical world where logic and reality are turned upside down.

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The story is known for its memorable characters, including the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, and the White Rabbit, each with their own unique personality and quirks. The tale has been interpreted in many ways over the years, with some seeing it as a commentary on the social and political issues of the time.

As Alice navigates this strange new world, she encounters a series of illogical events and absurd creatures, challenging her perceptions and understanding of the world. The story's themes of curiosity, imagination, and the power of the human mind continue to captivate readers of all ages.

The story's enduring appeal lies in its ability to transport readers to a world of wonder and magic, where the ordinary rules of reality do not apply. Whether read as a child or revisited as an adult, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland remains a timeless tale of adventure, curiosity, and the human imagination.

Did you know?

The Real Alice

The story was inspired by a real girl named Alice Liddell, who was a friend of Lewis Carroll's

Timeless Nonsense

The book's playful logic and wordplay continue to delight readers of all ages

A Grinning Cat

The Cheshire Cat's famous grin is one of literature's most recognizable images

The Queen of Hearts' Croquet

The game of croquet played by the Queen of Hearts was a popular sport in Victorian England, known for its complex rules and etiquette

The White Rabbit's Pocket Watch

The White Rabbit's pocket watch was a symbol of the importance of time and punctuality in Victorian England, where clockwork mechanisms were becoming increasingly common

The Caterpillar's Mushroom

The caterpillar's mushroom was inspired by the real-life fungus known as the fly agaric, which has a distinctive red cap with white spots

The Story's Symbolism

The story is full of symbolism, with characters and objects representing different aspects of the human experience, including growth, transformation, and the power of the imagination

Around the world

Every culture celebrates a little differently.

GBThe Birthplace of WonderlandVisit the real-life locations that inspired Lewis Carroll's story, including Oxford University and the River Thames
USAmerican InterpretationsExplore the many adaptations and interpretations of the story in American film, theater, and literature
JPAlice in Japanese CultureDiscover the unique and fascinating ways in which Japanese culture has adopted and reinterpreted the story of Alice in Wonderland
FRFrench ConnectionsLearn about the connections between Lewis Carroll's story and French literature and culture, including the influence of Charles Perrault's fairy tales
AUAustralian WonderlandExplore the many themed events and festivals celebrating Alice in Wonderland Day in Australia, including costume contests and tea parties
CACanadian CelebrationsJoin in the celebrations of Alice in Wonderland Day in Canada, with events and activities inspired by the story's themes and characters