A unique day, National DNA Day, was created to honor the completion of the Human Genome Project and the discovery of DNA's double helix. This special day is a perfect opportunity for students, teachers, and the public to learn more about genetics and genomics. The NHGRI began celebrating DNA Day on April 25th. It's a day that the US government has officially recognized for 15 years. The goal of National DNA Day is to celebrate the latest advances in genomic research and provide opportunities for students, teachers, and the public to learn about those advances. NHGRI urges businesses to hold events throughout the year to celebrate DNA Day.

National DNA Day is a United States holiday celebrated on April 25.

The U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives created a holiday called National DNA Day, celebrated only in 2003. After that, it became an annual celebration organized by the National Human Genome Research Institute.