Transfer Day
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Decades of Failed Deals. The United States first tried to buy the islands in 1867, when Secretary of State William Seward offered$7.5 million. Danish voters in the islands approved the sale, but the U.S. Senate refused to ratify the treaty. A second attempt in 1902 passed the Danish parliament's lower house but failed in the upper chamber by a single vote
History
Decades of Failed Deals. The United States first tried to buy the islands in 1867, when Secretary of State William Seward offered$7.5 million. Danish voters in the islands approved the sale, but the U.S. Senate refused to ratify the treaty. A second attempt in 1902 passed the Danish parliament's lower house but failed in the upper chamber by a single vote
How It's Celebrated
Transfer Day is observed by recognizing the importance of the day, learning about its background and significance, and sharing awareness with others through conversation and social media. Many people take time to reflect on the meaning of the observance and participate in relevant activities or community events.