Today in History: Marilyn Monroe born in 1926 Today is the birthday of American actress, model and sex-symbol, Marilyn Monroe (born Norma Jeane Mortenson). A supporting role in the film "The Asphalt Jungle" (1950) marked Monroe's breakthrough in Hollywood. Films…
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Today in History: Jules Cheret born in 1836 184 years ago today, French painter and lithographer, Jules Cheret, was born in Paris. Cheret became a master of Belle Epoque poster art and is often called the father of the modern…
Happy Birthday, David Lance Goines The American artist, calligrapher, and book printer was born in 1945 and celebrates his 75th birthday today. Mr. Goines lives and works in Berkeley, California. For inquiries, email posterconnection@gmail.com. #Goines #VintagePoster #VintagePosters #vintage #originalposter #poster…
First Indoor Swimming Pool opens in London in 1742 278 years ago today, the world's first indoor pool - the Bagnio - opened its doors in London. London in the 18th century had a stench all its own, the Thames…
Today in History: Volkswagen is founded in 1937 83 years ago today, the German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen was established. The idea for a small, affordable family car was introduced years earlier by the engineer, Ferdinand Porsche, who wanted to create…
Today in History: Golden Gate Bridge opens in 1937 83 years ago today, on the opening day of the Golden Gate Bridge, some 200,000 pedestrians appeared to cross the bay between San Francisco and Marin County. A day later, the…
Today in History: Miles Davis born in 1926 94 years ago today, American jazz legend, Miles Dewey Davis III, was born in Alton, Illinois. Davis was among the most influential figures in the history of jazz music and 20th century…
Art History: Eugene Grasset born in 1845 The acclaimed Swiss decorative poster artist would turn 175 years old if he were still alive today. Grasset (25 May 1845 – 23 October 1917) studied drawing and architecture and worked as a…
Today in National Wine Day Pour a glass of your favorite wine on May 25 to participate in National Wine Day. Celebrated each year, it has a sister holiday in February, National Drink Wine Day For inquiries, email posterconnection@gmail.com. #Wine…