June 14 is International Steampunk Day and has been so for several years. If you missed Steampunk Week here at GeekMom and don’t know what Steampunk is, here’s a primer. Essentially, it’s the intersection of Victorian romanticism and modern technology.
Today’s a great day to celebrate Steampunk in all its brass and geared splendor. I personally suggest donning full Steampunk attire and going to your favorite bookstore and picking up a Steampunk novel–or perhaps listening to some Steampunk music, like Clockwork Cabaret, Abney Park, or Emilie Autumn. Here’s a list of ten things you can do to celebrate Steampunk Day.
Whatever you do, whether you have a cup of tea or read some Jules Verne, do it in style.