When is World Braille Day?

World Braille Day is annually celebrated on January 4, the birthday of Braille inventor, Louis Braille. The day recognizes the contributions of Louis Braille in helping blind and visually impaired people to read and write. read more

The History of World Braille Day. Louis Braille, the inventor of braille, was born in France on January 4th, 1809. Blinded in both eyes in an accident as a child, Braille nevertheless managed to master his disability while still a child. read more

World Braille Day was created to commemorate Louis Braille. Louis was the creator of Braille as a means of communication for people who are blind. Louis was born in France on January 4, 1809. read more