February 16 in History for Kids

February 16 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1543, 1727, 1699, 1881. Violent events and crimes are left off. Each line is a small true thing to ask about, not a whole lesson. February 29 is included so a leap-day birthday still has a page. Walk with the previous and next links, or open the February hub for the rest of the month.

In 1543, Kanō Eitoku was born. Kanō became known as japanese painter and educator.
In 1727, Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin was born. Nikolaus became known as austrian botanist, chemist, and mycologist.
In 1699, first Leopoldine Diploma is issued by the Holy Roman Emperor, recognizing the Greek Catholic clergy enjoyed the same privileges as Roman Catholic priests…
In 1881, the Canadian Pacific Railway is incorporated by Act of Parliament at Ottawa (44th Vic., c.1).

Pair a date with a story in the library or a geography quiz if you want to keep going.