History of the Cookies

Get the fascinating story behind the Girl Scout Cookie Program—from its grassroots beginnings in 1917 to its status as an icon of American culture today.

The Cookie Program Fosters the Entrepreneurial Spirit to Power Amazing Experiences for Girl Scouts

When HuffPost Food posted news about the new Girl Scout cookie, y’all went kind of crazy, in a good way. People are SERIOUS about Girl Scout cookies. With cookie season gearing up in many parts of the country, we figured it was time for a once-and-for all vote: which is the best Girl Scout cookie out there?

Test your knowledge with amazing and interesting facts, trivia, quizzes, and brain teaser games on MentalFloss.com.

February is beginning and with it, cookie season! The annual girl scout fundraiser that takes place across America has been going on since 1917. This tradition has come to define the Girl Scouts of America in the eyes of the public.

Plus, why you shouldn't be upset if your favorite cookie's name gets changed

More Than a Century of Girl Scout Cookie History

Have You Ever Wondered... What was the first Girl Scout Cookie? Who founded the Girl Scouts? What are the five essential skills Girl Scouts develop by selling Girl Scout Cookies?

It's Girl Scout Cookie season, so it's time to get your history merit badge with these little-known facts.

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