National Sunglasses Day is June 27

Alexandria, VA (June 17, 2026) – June 27 marks National Sunglasses Day, an annual campaign by The Vision Council Foundation dedicated to educating the public about UV safety as a cornerstone of eye health and everyday wellness. This year, the United Opticians Association (UOA) has joined the effort, reflecting a shared commitment to encouraging year-round […] Working with UOA for National Sunglasses Day

School is letting out, your vacation is planned, and the heat is turning up outside—that’s how you know summer is (unofficially) here. Before you grab your cooler and park yourself poolside until further notice, it’s important to remember the essentials when it comes to having fun in the sun. As The Vision Council Foundation gears up for the annual National Sunglasses Day celebrations on June 27, we want to share how you can protect yourself from […] UV Safety for Your Eyes

Alexandria, VA – May 11, 2026 – The Vision Council Foundation is calling on eyecare providers, optical retailers, and members of the eyewear and eyecare industry to support the 2026 National Sunglasses Day celebration. Recognized each year on June 27, National Sunglasses Day is a nationwide effort to elevate UV-protective eyewear as a daily wellness […] National Sunglasses Day 2026

In case you missed it, the NASA-led Artemis II mission is making history this month as the farthest manned spacecraft to travel from Earth and around the Moon. Those of us on Earth are relying not only on the four astronauts’ extensive training, but also their eyes, to observe and share as much detail as […] Seeing Beyond the Moon