Today in History: Art Nouveau conquers Vienna in 1918 On this day in 1918, the first exhibition of the "Secession" art movement opened in Vienna. This Austrian artists' association wanted to set itself apart from the established art business and…
Today in History: Aretha Franklin born in 1942 Aretha Louise Franklin was an American soul and R&B singer often referred to as "Queen of Soul." She was best known for her songs "Respect," "Think," and "You Make Me Feel Like…
Happy 92nd Birthday, Günther Kieser ! Günther Kieser was born in 1930 in Kronberg, near Frankfurt. Trained at the Werkkunstschule in Offenbach, Kieser began his career as a free-lance artist in 1949 and founded a studio with Hans Michel in…
Today in History: Joseph Christian Leyendecker was born today in 1874 On this day in 1874, Joseph Christian Leyendecker was born in Montabaur, Germany. He immigrated with his family to Chicago, Illinois, at the age of 8. Showing an early…
Today in History: 3.2% Beer & Wine Sales Made Legal On this day in 1933, President Roosevelt signed the bill which legalized the sale of 3.2% beer and wine. Nine months before Prohibition was completely repealed, the President signed the…
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Today in History: Josef Albers born in 1888 Josef Albers (1888-1976) was one of the leading artists, and art and design educators of the 20th century. Born in Germany, Albers studied in Berlin, Essen and Munich before he became a…
History: 1st Electric Razor in the USA On this day in 1931, the first electric razors are introduced onto the American market by Schick Dry Shaver Inc. in Stamford, CT. The inventor behind the razor was the American career officer…
Today in History: Apartheid in South Africa comes to an end in 1992 On this day in 1992, a referendum officially abolishes racial segregation in South Africa. 68.7% of white South Africans voted in favor of ending apartheid, supporting President…
Today is St. Patrick’s Day St. Patrick’s Day kicks off a worldwide celebration that is also known as the Feast of St. Patrick. On March 17th, many will wear green in honor of the Irish and decorate with shamrocks. In…