History: "Degenerate Art" On this day in 1937, the infamous Degenerate Art (Entartete Kunst) exhibition opened in Munich, Germany. Organized by Adolf Ziegler and the Nazi Party, the exhibition presented some 650 paintings, sculptures and prints by over 100 (primarily)…
History: Lithography was invented in 1798 On this day in 1798, German author Alois Senefelder invented the lithographic printing method (from the Greek, "stone printing"). Looking for an inexpensive method for copying his manuscripts, Senefelder was experimenting with etching techniques…
Today is National Lottery Day If you’re feeling extra lucky on July 17th, it might be because it’s National Lottery Day! Celebrate the way lotteries contribute to local and state programs. Historically, lotteries date back to the 15th century. While…
History: Washington DC declared capital of the United States On this day in 1790, the young American Congress declares that a swampy, humid, muddy, and mosquito-infested site on the Potomac River between Maryland and Virginia will be the nation’s permanent…
History: Rolling Stones' 1st Live Performance in 1962 On this day in 1962, the British rock band performed for the first time as a group at the Marquee Club in London. The Rolling Stones soon secured a residency at the…
History: U.S.A. Coca-Cola Changes Formula in 1985 The Coca-Cola Company makes one of the worst decisions in marketing history when it decides to change its original formula and introduces "New Coke." This was a resounding flop and the public did…
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! Inquiries via posterconnection.com #DeathValley #VintagePoster #VintagePosters #vintage…
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 the Gentlemen's…
History: Happy Birthday, Paris Happy 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 some 2 million…
Today is World Chocolate Day Observed annually on July 7, there are some references that seem to indicate that this day celebrates the introduction of chocolate to Europe in 1550. To be honest, we don't much care as long as…