Alice in Wonderland Day
Why it matters
WELCOME TO WONDERLAND
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.
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.
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.
The hurrier I go, the behinder I get
WORTH KNOWING
Mad Hatter's Tea Party
Host a whimsical tea party with friends and family, complete with fancy hats and delicious treats
Reading Wonderland
Dive into the original story or explore adaptations and interpretations of the classic tale
Wonderland Art
Create art and crafts inspired by the story’s fantastical characters and landscapes
Queen of Hearts Croquet
Play a game of croquet with a whimsical twist, complete with flamingo mallets and hedgehog balls
AROUND THE WORLD
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
The Mad Hatter's Secret
The character of the Mad Hatter was inspired by a real hat maker in Oxford, who was known for his eccentric behavior
The Cheshire Cat's Smile
The iconic smile of the Cheshire Cat was inspired by a real cat that Lewis Carroll knew, which had a distinctive smile-like marking on its face
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
READ MORE
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Lewis Carroll · 1865
The original story that started it all, a timeless classic of children’s literature
Through the Looking-Glass
Lewis Carroll · 1871
The sequel to Alice’s Adventures, with more fantastical characters and illogical events
The Annotated Alice
Martin Gardner · 1960
A comprehensive guide to the story, including annotations and commentary on its themes and symbolism
Alice in Wonderland: A Graphic Novel
Rod Espinosa · 2006
A modern retelling of the classic tale, with stunning illustrations and a fresh perspective
PAIR IT WITH
An unlikely friendship between a curious girl and a eccentric hat maker
A frantic character and the natural world that surrounds him
A powerful ruler and her mischievous feline companion
The importance of time and punctuality in a world where clocks and timepieces are everywhere
Celebrate Wonderland
Join the madness and share your favorite Alice in Wonderland moments and memories with friends and family
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