On this day in 1863 the first 4 wheel roller skates were patented. Now roller blades have replaced roller skates almost everywhere. Is there an indoor roller rink nearby? Skating would be a great way to exercise on a cold or rainy day.

Visit a local rink at:

http://www.cavalierfamilyskating.com/

http://fredericksburg.patch.com/listings/golden-skate-world