Saint Helena Day is celebrated on May 21st in honor of Saint Helena, the mother of Roman Emperor Constantine the Great. Saint Helena is traditionally credited with finding the True Cross, the cross upon which Jesus Christ was crucified. The day commemorates her contributions to Christianity and her role in Christian history.
In addition to its religious significance, Saint Helena Day is also recognized as a public holiday on the island of Saint Helena, a British Overseas Territory in the South Atlantic Ocean. The island was named after Saint Helena because it was discovered by the Portuguese navigator João da Nova on May 21, 1502, the feast day of Saint Helena. The day is marked by various celebrations and events on the island.
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