History: The Pen is born in 1943
History: The Pen is born in 1943 On this day in 1943, Hungarian-born László Biró received the first patent for the pen. Biró was a journalist who was frustrated with the use of the fountain pen: it took too much…
Today is National Running Day
Today is National Running Day Each year on the first Wednesday in June, people across the United States participate in National Running Day. This day was designated as a day for runners to reaffirm their passion for running. Inquiries via…
Just in: OSPAAAL Protest Posters
Just in: Here is a wonderful Italian Ship Lines poster from the 1940s by Giovanni Patrone, look for it in our September 2024 sale. Inquiries via posterconnection.com #Italy #PosterArt #VintagePoster #VintagePosters #vintage #art #posterconnection #originalposter #vintagefinds #interiordesign #vintagehome #vintagedecor design
Today is World Milk Day
Today is World Milk Day Real milk takes the spotlight on World Milk Day, always on June 1. The day is intended to bring attention to activities connecting the dairy sector, marked with events across the globe: milking demonstrations and…
David Lance Goines born in 1945
David Lance Goines born in 1945 David Lance Goines was an American artist and graphic designer known for his distinctive style and contributions to the world of printmaking. Born in 1945 in Grants Pass, Oregon, grew up in California and…
First Indoor Swimming Pool opens in London in 1742
First Indoor Swimming Pool opens in London in 1742 On this day in 1742, 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…
History: Golden Gate Bridge opens in 1937
History: Golden Gate Bridge opens in 1937 On this day in 1937 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 bridge…
History: Miles Davis born in 1926
History: Miles Davis born in 1926 On this day in 1926, 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 music…
History: Bob Dylan born in 1941
History: Bob Dylan born in 1941 Happy Birthday! The American music icon is celebrating his 84th birthday today. View at https://rb.gy/y8q5q4 #Dylan #MiltonGlaser #VintagePoster #VintagePosters #vintage #originalposter #poster #posters #design #graphicdesign #art #graphics #posterconnection #interiordesign #vintagehome
Today is World Turtle Day!
Today is World Turtle Day! Did you know that turtles have been around for more than 200 million years? These ancient creatures evolved before mammals, birds, snakes, or lizards! Biologists believe that turtles have managed to outlive many other species…