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International Day for Monuments and Sites
The International Day for Monuments and Sites on 18 April, also known as World Heritage Day, raises awareness of cultural heritage and its protection.
- UK
- USA
- International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held1982
About the day
The day is led by ICOMOS, the International Council on Monuments and Sites, and has been held every year since 1982. ICOMOS sets a yearly theme, which in 2026 was emergency response for living heritage in conflicts and disasters.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday 18 April 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Tuesday 18 April 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Wednesday 18 April 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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