The last Friday in October is National Frankenstein Friday, a recognition and celebration of author Mary Shelley, her classic novel novel Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus, as well as her characters, Dr. Frankenstein and the creature.
The great success of her novel, published in 1818, led the two characters to be some of the best known in the history of horror and western literature.
NationalDayCalendar.com, one of the first purveyors of the holiday, suggests families can celebrate in some of the following ways:
- Watch one of the many movie versions of Frankenstein or read the original book written by Mary Shelley. Dress as Dr. Frankenstein or his monster.
- Find out who Frankenstein is on Frankenstein Friday.
- Read both editions of the book. Seek out other novels by Mary Shelley or learn about her history.
- Draw your version of Frankenstein’s monster.
- Write a poem in honor of the day. Attend a stage production of Frankenstein.
- Bake cookies in the shape of the monster.
- Conduct an electricity experiment in science class in honor of the day.
- Host a Frankenstein party. Play trivia and hand out prizes.