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GIS Day

November 19, 2025

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A message from Jack Dangermond

Mapping Minds, Shaping the World

The 2024 theme highlighted how geographic information system (GIS) technology has changed the way we understand, navigate, and shape our world. Together, human creativity and technology help us discover hidden trends, spur sustainable growth, and make smarter decisions.

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Get free resources to support your event

Use these free resources to spark ideas for GIS Day 2024 lessons and activities.

  • What is GIS?

    Discover the many facets of GIS and access videos that demonstrate how it is being used worldwide.

    Learn about GIS

  • Get started with GIS

    Find suggestions for activities by age, download promotional materials, and get implementation training.

    Explore books and training

  • 2023 GIS Day recordings

    Access video content from past GIS Day celebrations and discover event highlights.

    Access past event recordings

  • Explore the Virtual Map Gallery

    Maps are powerful storytelling tools. Explore this stunning collection of maps from a wide array of users and organizations.

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Celebrate 25 years of GIS Day

GIS Day is dedicated to sharing, teaching, and inspiring others with GIS. Esri president and cofounder Jack Dangermond credits activist Ralph Nader as the person who inspired the first formal GIS Day in 1999.

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