Today in History: First documenta opened in 1955 65 years ago today, the documenta in Kassel, Germany, opened its doors for the first time. The documenta is perhaps one of the most important cyclically recurring exhibitions for modern and contemporary…
Today in History: Washington DC declared capital of the United States in 1790 230 years ago today, the young American Congress declares that a swampy, humid, muddy and mosquito-infested site on the Potomac River between Maryland and Virginia will be…
Today is National Nude Day On July 14th, laundry is unnecessary. Enjoy an air bath or explore the naturist movement. National Nude Day is a way to keep cool on a hot, sticky summer day. Nudist groups around the world…
Today in History: First successful Matterhorn ascent in 1865 155 years ago today, the Matterhorn (4,478 m, 14,692 ft) was first successfully ascended by Edward Whymper and his team of mountaineers, Michel Croz, Lord Francis Douglas, Charles Hudson, Douglas Hadow, and the two Zermatt guides, Peter…
Today in History: First World Cup in 1930 90 years ago today, the first-ever World Cup football matches were played simultaneously in host city Montevideo, Uruguay. France defeated Mexico 4-1 while the United States defeated Belgium 3-0. 13 teams participated…
Today in History: First performance of the Rolling Stones in 1962 58 years ago today, the British rock band performed for the first time as a group at the Marquee Club in London. For inquiries, email posterconnection@gmail.com. #RollingStones #VintagePoster #VintagePosters…
Today in History: U.S.A. Coca Cola Changes Formula in 1985 The Coca Cola company makes one of worst decisions in marketing history when it decides to change it's original formula and introduces "New Coke." This was a resounding flop and…
Today in History: Heat Record in 1913 On this day in 1913, Death Valley (USA) experiences the highest temperature ever recorded on Earth. Measurements showed that the temperature had reached a whopping 134°F or 56.7°C! For inquiries, email posterconnection@gmail.com. #DeathValley…
Today in History: First Wimbledon Tennis Tournament On this day in 1877, the world’s first official lawn tennis tournament was held at the All England Croquet and Lawn Tennis Club at Wimbledon, a district of London. Twenty-two players participated in…
Today in History: Happy Birthday, Paris Happy 2,069th Birthday, Paris! On this day in 1951, Paris celebrated turning 2,000 years old. But it is likely that the City of Lights was already founded around 250 B.C. Paris is home to…