Today in History: Patent for the Zipper in 1893 Whitcomb Judson patented and introduced the first modern "zipper" at the Chicago World's Fair of 1893. He had improved upon an earlier idea dating back to 1851 and began to market…
Today is World Photography Day The Daguerreotype and its photographic process developed by Joseph Nicephore Niepce and Louis Daguerre originated in France in 1837. Inquiries about this original, vintage poster at mail@posterconnection.com Direct link at https://bit.ly/3xIw3sV #Photography #VintagePoster #VintagePosters #vintage…
History: Michael Phelps wins 8th Olympic Gold On this day in 2008, the American champion swimmer Michael Phelps won his 8th Gold Medal in the 4×100-meter medley relay race at the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics. With this medal, he broke…
Today in History: Madonna born in 1958 Happy Birthday, Madonna. The "Queen of Pop" is turning 63 today. For inquiries, email posterconnection@gmail.com. #Madonna #PosterArt #VintagePoster #VintagePosters #fun #art #paper #graphic #graphics #artoftheday #picofhteday #fun #posterconnection #originalposter #vintagefinds #interiordesign #vintagehome #vintagedecor…
Today in History: Oscar Peterson born in 1925 Oscar Peterson was a Canadian jazz pianist and composer who released over 200 recordings, won eight Grammy Awards, and received numerous other awards and honors. He is considered one of the greatest…
Today in History: Major blackout in 2003 On this day in 2003, massive power failures caused chaos across the eastern United States and Canada, hitting major cities such as New York and Ottawa. The worst power cut in US history…
Today is World Elephant Day They might be wildlife icons, but, sadly, elephants are in crisis. World Elephant Day is a chance to show our love and support for these much-loved giants and raise awareness of the threats to their…
Today is National Vinyl Record Day The vintage vinyl is almost as much of a classic as the bands themselves. Vinyl used to be the main means for commercial distribution of pop music from the 1950s through the early 1990s…
Today in History: Henri Cassiers born in 1858 On this day in 1858, the Flemish painter and illustrator, Henri Cassiers (1858-1944), was born. Cassiers was a trained architect but is best known for his maritime poster art. He worked as…
Today is World Lion Day Lion Day aims to raise awareness of the majestic hunter, the ultimate feline, the king of the jungle, the big fluffy kitty of the Serengeti… Hmm, we should have left it at ‘king of the…