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Anniversaries
 Websites presented in alphabetical order 300th Anniversary of Russian Navy 
 This 1996 commemorative site includes a chronology of important naval events, images of flags, brief biographical information on past admirals (some with portraits), images and written descriptions of modern and past ships, and an illustrated history of the navy to 1917. Present day St. Petersburg, the "naval center of Russia," is also highlighted. http://www.neva.ru/EXPO96/contents.html Topics: History, History By Place, Holidays and Observances Individually, Military, Transportation Last updated Feb 12, 2003 Albert Einstein and the World Year of Physics 2005
This site commemorates 2005 as the "the 100th anniversary of Albert Einstein's 'miraculous year.' In 1905 he published three seminal papers describing ideas that have since influenced all of modern physics." It provides links to websites about Einstein, his theories, and related material. Also includes a brief bibliography. From the Arts and Sciences Libraries of the State University of New York at Buffalo. http://ublib.buffalo.edu/libraries/asl/exhibits/einstein/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, Physics Last updated Jan 23, 2007 The Alger Hiss Story: Search for the Truth
Marking the 50th anniversary of Alger Hiss's imprisonment, this site provides a study of this controversial American case. It offers book reviews, a timeline, a large cast of characters (including Whittaker Chambers and Richard Nixon), audio and video clips, government documents and, in cooperation with Harvard Law School, a complete summary of the charges of espionage and communist affiliation against Hiss. From the New York University Libraries with a grant from the Alger Hiss Research and Publication Project. http://homepages.nyu.edu/~th15/ Topics: Crime, Holidays and Observances Individually, Judicial Process, Political Parties & Theories, Presidents by Name Last updated Mar 28, 2001 America's Story from America's Library
Child-friendly Web site launched to mark the 200th anniversary of the Library of Congress. Provides access to a broad array of primary sources on amazing Americans, events in American history, the nation's states and capital, and American sports, hobbies, pastimes, movies, and music. http://www.americaslibrary.gov/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Jul 11, 2004 Anyday Page
Long lists of birthdays, deaths, events, holidays, religious history and observances, searchable by any day of the year, or any month of a particular year. Military personnel listed as missing in action are also included. An excellent source for homework timelines assignments. http://www.scopesys.com/anyday/ Topics: History, Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Apr 16, 2003 Art of the First World War
This online exhibit commemorates the 80th anniversary of the end of the First World War. It includes an introductory essay and a thematic tour with commentary of the approximately 100 works of art by more than 50 artists. Also browsable by artist. Available in English, French, and German. http://www.art-ww1.com/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Wars & Conflicts Last updated Aug 19, 2003 Biba: The Biba Experience
This site is a companion to a book "published to coincide with the 40th anniversary of the opening of the first Biba shop" in London in September 1964. The site features a timeline, excerpts from the book, and images of clothing, advertising, and other items associated with the Biba fashion line. Also includes links to related sites. http://www.thebibaexperience.com Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Sep 13, 2004 Bosnia and Herzegovina: Human Rights Concerns
This site provides news and information about human rights issues in Bosnia and Herzegovina, including the 1995 "massacres at Srebrenica -- when at least 7,800 Bosnian Muslims were killed." The site features annual reports back to 1995 and a survivor interview. Some material also in Spanish. From Amnesty International USA. http://www.amnestyusa.org/all-countries/bosnia-and-herzegovina/page.do?id=1011121 Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Holidays and Observances Individually, International Governments Last updated Nov 25, 2008 Celebrating 40 Years of Wilderness Heritage
This site celebrates the 40th anniversary (September 3, 1964) of the signing of the Wilderness Act that created the National Wilderness Preservation System. Features definitions of wilderness, wilderness legislation and policy, a timeline, a discussion of issues facing wilderness managers, maps, images, links to wilderness organizations, and related information. From Wilderness.net, a partnership of wilderness institutes. http://www.wilderness.net/index.cfm?fuse=40th Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Law by Subject Last updated Sep 8, 2004 Centennial of Flight: Born of Dreams, Inspired by Freedom
Orville and Wilbur Wright "completed the world's first successful powered, heavier-than-air flight" on December 17, 1903. This national "celebration commemorates this achievement and 100 years of aviation history." This site includes sections for children, educators, enthusiasts, and the media, and covers the history of flight, information about the Wright Brothers, sights and sounds of aviation, and more. From the U.S. Centennial of Flight Commission. http://www.centennialofflight.gov/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Transportation Last updated Oct 15, 2003 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): History
Overview of the Medicare and Medicaid programs, which were signed into law on July 30, 1965. On December 8, 2003, the Medicare Modernization Act, or MMA, was passed to include a prescription drug benefit to Medicare. Site features a timeline of milestones, transcripts of oral history interviews with important figures in the history of CMS programs, materials from the 30th and 35th anniversaries of CMS, and related information. http://www.cms.hhs.gov/History/ Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Health, Holidays and Observances Individually, Nonfiction by Genre, Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Feb 19, 2009 Cuban Missile Crisis, 1962: The 40th Anniversary
A collection of declassified documents and other information about the Cuban Missile Crisis. Includes photographs, audio clips, submarine naval charts, a detailed chronology, and analyses. Also includes materials from the 40th Anniversary Conference held in Havana in 2002 and links to related news articles and publications. From the National Security Archive at George Washington University. http://www.gwu.edu/~nsarchiv/nsa/cuba_mis_cri/ Topics: History, Holidays and Observances Individually, International Governments, Military, United States History, Wars & Conflicts Last updated Apr 5, 2004 Daily Bleed
"Calendar of eclectic events, public secrets" and even noteworthy dates for fictional characters. Select a date and get a list of events for that day in world history, spanning all subjects, in chronological order. Each date page has links to related resources. Updated daily. Searchable by name or event. Free e-mail subscription available. Maintained by the staff of Recollection Used Books, Seattle, Wash. http://www.eskimo.com/~recall/bleed/calmast.htm Topics: History, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Feb 25, 2006 The End of the War: 60 Years
A discussion of the 60th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, observed May 8, 2005. "Our dossier looks into the question of how the culture of commemoration in Germany has developed in recent decades. Authors from Russia, England, France and Poland describe the significance of the end of the war for their countries." Also includes "forms of remembrance in film, literature and the fine arts." Available in several languages. From the Goethe-Institut. http://www.goethe.de/ges/ztg/dos/dos/60j/enindex.htm Topics: History By Place, Holidays and Observances Individually, World War II Last updated Feb 23, 2006 Entente Cordiale
"The Entente Cordiale was a colonial-era agreement signed by the British Foreign Secretary ... and the French Ambassador ... [in] 1904 with the aim of settling long-standing disputes between the UK and France in countries such as Morocco, Egypt, Siam, Madagascar, the New Hebrides, West and Central Africa and Newfoundland." This site provides information about the Franco-British relationship today and about the celebration of the centenary of the agreement in 2004. In English and French. http://www.entente-cordiale.org Topics: History By Place, Holidays and Observances Individually, International Governments Last updated Nov 10, 2009 Facts for Features: Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month: May
Facts and statistics about this observance planned "to coincide with two important anniversaries: the arrival in the United States of first Japanese immigrants (May 7, 1843) and the completion of the transcontinental railroad (May 10, 1869)." Topics include population, ethnicity, language, income, education, and military service. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/013385.html Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Military, Regions of the World, Statistics Last updated Mar 4, 2009 For European Recovery: The Fiftieth Anniversary of the Marshall Plan
Online commemorative exhibit of the Marshall Plan, the U.S. economic aid program for the reconstruction of Europe after World War II. The site features a timeline, photographs, political cartoons, letters, and printed material that "document the early days of this acclaimed international initiative." From the Library of Congress. http://www.loc.gov/exhibits/marshall/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Regions of the World, World War II Last updated Sep 21, 2005 From Haven to Home: 350 Years of Jewish Life in America
To commemorate the 350th anniversary (2004) of Jewish settlement in the United States, the Library of Congress created this exhibition featuring more than 200 items from its Judaica collection. The items portray the Jewish experience from immigration and acculturation to discrimination, acceptance, and assimilation. Items displayed include George Washington's letter to the Newport Hebrew Congregation, General Grant's edict banning Jews from Kentucky, and Abraham Lincoln's letter rescinding that ban. http://www.loc.gov/exhibits/haventohome/ Topics: Correspondence, History, Holidays and Observances Individually, Judaism, Libraries & Archives by Type Last updated Oct 19, 2004 Frosted Windows: 300 Years of St. Petersburg Through Western Eyes
On the 300th anniversary of St. Petersburg in Russia, the Kenneth Spencer Research Library presents an exhibition of the history of this great city. The site traces the history of the city, variously called Sankt Pieter Burkh, Peterborough, Petrograd, Leningrad, and St. Petersburg, using annotated images from books and other publications. From the University of Kansas Libraries. http://spencer.lib.ku.edu/exhibits/stpete/KSRL_FrostedWindows/ Topics: History By Place, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Dec 21, 2005 Ghosts of Rwanda
Created on the 10th anniversary of the 1994 Rwandan genocide, this site is a companion to an April 2004 Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) Frontline documentary. Features analysis of America's response and the genocide's legacy, interviews with U.S. and U.N. officials and others, a timeline, and information about the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda. Also includes a transcript, video clips, a teacher's guide, and links to related sites. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/ghosts/ Topics: History, History By Place, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Nov 11, 2004 Global Nuclear Disarmament Fund: "Full Circle" -- The Epic Return to Trinity
"Almost 60 years ago a flame was kindled from the embers of the City of Hiroshima after the ... first atomic bomb was dropped." This site describes how in July and August 2005 Zen monks will walk, carrying this "atomic flame," from San Francisco to the Trinity Test Site in Alamogordo, New Mexico (location of the first atomic bomb detonation), where the flame will be extinguished. Includes a route map and schedule. Also in Japanese. http://www.gndfund.org Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Weapons Last updated Jul 20, 2005 The Great War
This World War I site includes history and analysis of the war; overviews of the battles of Gallipoli, Verdun, the Somme, and Passchendaele with excerpts from veteran's letters and audio interviews; a ten minute video showing film footage and photographs from the battlefields; and information on the Russian revolution, war memorials, and poets who died in the war. Produced in 1998 by BBC News in observance of the 80th anniversary of the Armistice. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/special_report/1998/10/98/world_war_i/197437.stm Topics: Correspondence, Holidays and Observances Individually, Nonfiction by Genre, Photograph Collections: History, Poetry, Wars & Conflicts Last updated Sep 8, 2009 Hawthorne: Bicentennial Exhibition at the Phillips Library
This site is a companion to an exhibit at the Phillips Library of the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts, "of papers, rare books, artwork, and other objects relating to Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864)." The site features a sampling of the museum's most important Hawthorne holdings, including portraits, photographs, original correspondence, personal items, and images of The Spectator, a hand-copied newspaper produced in August and September 1820 by Hawthorne and his sister. http://www.pem.org/sites/hawthorne/ Topics: Correspondence, Holidays and Observances Individually, Libraries & Archives by Type, Literary Movements and Periods Last updated Oct 6, 2009 The Horn Book Inc. Virtual History Exhibit
In honor of the 75th anniversary (in 1999) of The Horn Book Magazine, the editors assembled memorabilia, correspondence, groundbreaking articles, interviews, letters, and more. Highlights include Laura Ingalls Wilder's recipe for gingerbread, an original Beatrix Potter illustration, and Johanna Hurwitz' membership card to the now defunct Horn Book League for budding child authors. Also has a brief history of the founding of Horn Book. http://www.hbook.com/history/ Topics: Children's Literature, Correspondence, Holidays and Observances Individually, Literature & Books, Magazines, Nonfiction by Genre Last updated Aug 10, 2009 HyperHistory Online
Charts of history from 1000 B.C. to the present time, with abbreviated information for the years before 1000 B.C., including cosmology and prehistory. Provides indexes for people, events, and general history, covering empires and invasions, inventions and achievements, rulers and leaders, artists, writers, philosophers, and scientists; names of people, places, and events on the timelines link to brief narratives. Also includes maps and an index of over 1,000 people. Based on the World History Chart. http://www.hyperhistory.com/online_n2/History_n2/a.html Topics: History, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Apr 25, 2004 Ian Fleming and the World of James Bond
This site from the Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington accompanies "the first ever academic Fleming symposium," held in 2003, and "marks the 50th anniversary of the publication of 'Casino Royale.'" The site features images of the original James Bond novel dust jackets, descriptions of manuscripts held by the Lilly Library, and information about Ian Fleming as a book and article collector. Also includes related links. http://www.indiana.edu/%7Eliblilly/fleming/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Literature: Fiction Last updated Jan 17, 2004 Imaging Everest
"To mark the anniversary of the first ascent of Mount Everest on May 29, 1953," the Royal Geographical Society has created an exhibition of photographs taken on the nine Mount Everest expeditions between 1921 and 1953. The site presents an online version of the exhibit and includes biographies of expedition members and illustrated essays on topics such as the history of Everest, descriptions of expeditions, religion in Tibet and Nepal, and Sherpas. http://imagingeverest.rgs.org/ Topics: Geography, Holidays and Observances Individually, Outdoor Recreation, Photograph Collections: Regional, Sports Last updated Sep 3, 2003 Indigenous Peoples' Day & the Pow-wow Highway: A History of the New Holiday & the Pow-wow Tradition
"Every year on the Saturday closest to the traditional date of the arrival of Columbus ... [the Indigenous Peoples' Day Committee] holds a pow-wow and Indian market, to celebrate the survival and revitalization of Indigenous cultures, and to commemorate Native resistance to the forces still threatening to destroy them." The site describes the annual event held in Berkeley, California. http://www.red-coral.net/Pow.html#Art Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Sep 17, 2003 Islamic Culture and the Medical Arts
An online exhibition in honor of the 900th anniversary of the transcription of "an Arabic treatise by one of the most important medieval physicians and clinicians -- Abu Bakr Muhammad ibn Zakariya' al-Razi, who worked in Baghdad in the previous century and was later known to Europe as Rhazes." This site traces the history and development of Islamic medicine. Included is a bibliography of additional readings. A transcribed interview about Islamic calligraphy is accompanied by several video clips. From the National Library of Medicine. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibition/islamic_medical/islamic_00.html Topics: Health, Holidays and Observances Individually, Language, Medical Treatments & Devices, Nonfiction by Genre, Writing Last updated Apr 7, 2004 Korean War 50th Anniversary
This site features a brief history, a timeline, an image gallery, and biographies of key military leaders. Includes an event calendar, resources for teachers, and information about the Korean War Service Medal. http://korea50.army.mil/ Topics: History, Holidays and Observances Individually, United States History, Wars & Conflicts Last updated Jul 21, 2004 Little Rock Nine
This site is devoted to the history of a landmark event in the history of school integration in the American South. In 1957, nine African-American high school students were the first to enroll in the all-white Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. Fearing an explosion of violence, President Eisenhower ordered that troops of the National Guard be brought in to protect the students. The site contains photos, videos, and newspaper articles of the time, as well as an update on the nine students and coverage of the dedication of the Central High Visitor Center on the 40th anniversary of the historic events. http://www.centralhigh57.org/ Topics: Black Resources, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Education, Holidays and Observances Individually, K-12 Education, Photograph Collections: History, Social Issues Last updated Feb 16, 2004 Love Canal @ 25
"Love Canal is probably the country's most notorious and infamous hazardous waste site." This online exhibit commemorates "the 25th anniversary of the evacuation of residents from the Love Canal neighborhood of Niagara Falls, New York." Includes a map of the Love Canal area, related Web resources, and a bibliography. From the Science and Engineering Library of the State University of New York at Buffalo. http://ublib.buffalo.edu/libraries/asl/exhibits/lovecanal.html Topics: Geography, Holidays and Observances Individually, Pollutants & Toxic Substances, Water Last updated Aug 11, 2003 The Mac Turns 20: Looking Back on the Mac
This 2004 report from Macworld features "thoughts on 20 years of the Mac's influence" from Roger Ebert, John C. Dvorak, and other "Mac visionaries." Also features Macworld's interview with Steve Jobs discussing the 20th anniversary of the Macintosh computer. http://www.macworld.com/article/29180/2004/02/themacturns20.html Topics: Computers, Computers, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated May 26, 2008 Nabokov Under Glass: A Centennial Exhibition
"Featuring materials from the Nabokov Archive in the [New York Public Library, this 1999] online exhibition provides a chronological look at Vladimir Nabokov's life and literary output, starting with poems of his teenage years, through his latest novels and memoirs. The website, produced in celebration of the 100th anniversary of Nabokov's birth, provides insight into his powers of creation and his development as a writer." http://www.nypl.org/research/chss/epo/nabokov/ Topics: Authors by Region, Holidays and Observances Individually, Literary Movements and Periods, Nonfiction by Genre Last updated Sep 22, 2005 New France New Horizons/ Nouvelle-France Horizons Nouveaux
Created to mark "the 400th anniversary of the French presence in North America in 2004," this site "provides access to a virtual exhibition and a [searchable] database containing more than one million images." Includes digitized archival records "from the first voyages of discovery, to the end of the French Regime." Site available in English and French. A project of the Direction des Archives de France, Library and Archives Canada, and the Canadian Embassy in Paris. http://www.archivescanadafrance.org/ Topics: History By Place, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Mar 23, 2004 The Official HMS Victory Website
The year 2005 marks the bicentennial of the Battle of Trafalgar between Great Britain's Royal Navy and the combined French and Spanish fleets. This site celebrates HMS Victory, which served as Admiral Horatio Nelson's flagship during the battle and which continues as a commissioned warship in the British Royal Navy. Includes an online tour of the vessel, history of the ship, a roster of the ship's officers and crew, and more. http://www.hms-victory.com/ Topics: History By Place, Holidays and Observances Individually, Transportation Last updated Mar 23, 2005 On This Day: Today’s Highlights in History
Presents news and events from the day in history, with links to selected articles, obituaries, and cartoons. Includes current and historical birthdays, a lesson plan, and a browsable archive. From The New York Times Learning Network. http://www.nytimes.com/learning/general/onthisday/ Topics: History, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Apr 16, 2003 Out at the Library
This website "celebrates the 10th anniversary [2005] of the founding of the [San Francisco Public] Library's James C. Hormel Gay & Lesbian Center with highlights from exhibits on pulp paperbacks, the Gay Games, poets and artists, and other items from the library's collections. Also includes bibliographies on AIDS and activism, the gay Native Americans experience, politics, and related topics. http://sfpl.lib.ca.us/news/onlineexhibits/out/ Topics: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Holidays and Observances Individually, Libraries & Archives by Type, Social Science Last updated Jun 29, 2005 Paris Libéré!
This site was created in 1994 as a "commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the liberation of Paris 25 August 1944," near the end of World War II. It features a timeline (in English and French) and images and information about important individuals (such as Charles de Gaulle), the French Forces of the Interior (FFI, a French resistance network), and related information. From a site with tourist information about Paris. http://www.paris.org/Expos/Liberation/ Topics: History By Place, Holidays and Observances Individually, World War II Last updated Jul 27, 2005 Patriot Day
The U.S. Congress designated September 11 of each year as "Patriot Day." This resolution requests that the president issue a yearly proclamation for its annual observance that includes displaying the flag at half-staff and observing a moment of silence honoring those whose lives were lost. Also includes a link to the text of the congressional resolution and to related material. From a service that allows you to add holidays to your online calendar. http://www.calendar-updates.com/Holidays/US/patriot.htm Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, September 11 & Beyond Last updated Sep 1, 2005 Petrarch at 700
This exhibit of manuscripts and printed books from the libraries of the University of Pennsylvania and Cornell University commemorates the 700th anniversary (2004) of poet Francesco Petrarca's birth. In addition to displaying beautiful books created from the 15th through the 19th centuries, the exhibit discusses Petrarch's contribution to poetry and the Italian language, the many attempts to censor his work, and the use of his poetry in music. http://www.library.upenn.edu/exhibits/rbm/petrarch/ Topics: Authors by Region, Holidays and Observances Individually, Literary Movements and Periods, Literature by Place, Notable People, Poetry Last updated Oct 2, 2004 Revisiting Watergate
Find news coverage, analysis, main page articles, timeline, cartoons, and biographies of the main players for the scandal that ended the Presidency of Richard Nixon. Originally created by the Washington Post to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the June 1972 break-in, the site has been maintained and includes new material such as coverage of the identification of "Deep Throat." http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/national/longterm/watergate/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Presidents by Name, United States History Last updated Nov 18, 2008 Russia Cosmodrome 50 Years Old
News story about "Russia's main space centre, the Baikonur Cosmodrome, [which] celebrates its 50th anniversary" in June 2005. Features a video on the Baikonur, which is "the world's oldest space-launching facility." Includes links to related news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/4602083.stm Topics: Astronomy, Holidays and Observances Individually, Technology Last updated Jun 8, 2005 Russia Engages the World, 1453-1825
Based on a 2003-2004 New York Public Library exhibit that "coincides with the 300th anniversary of the founding of St. Petersburg," this site "traces Russia’s movement from relative isolation to global empire through its contacts with Europe, Asia, and the Americas." Features images from the New York Public Library's collections accompanied by articles about the Romanovs, Catherine the Great, and other Russian history topics. Also includes a glossary, timeline, bibliography, and related links. http://russia.nypl.org/ Topics: History By Place, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Dec 16, 2003 Separate Is Not Equal: Brown v. Board of Education
An online companion to a Smithsonian National Museum of American History exhibition commemorating the 50th anniversary (May 17, 2004) of the landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision. The site traces the history of segregation, the battle for education, and the events leading to the historic decision. Includes an annotated bibliography, a teacher's guide, and a timeline of events leading up to the decision. http://americanhistory.si.edu/brown/ Topics: Black Resources, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Education, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated May 19, 2004 September 11: One Year Viewed From Space
Satellite images comprising a "digital archive of pre- and post-[September 11, 2001] attack images of the World Trade Center and the Pentagon." Each photograph is annotated with information about time and subject. From a commercial remote sensing company. http://www.geoeye.com/gallery/9-11/ Topics: Astronomy, Holidays and Observances Individually, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: History, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, September 11 & Beyond Last updated Mar 20, 2007 The September Project
This project is "a grassroots effort to foster public events in all libraries in all countries in September." The site includes a list of participants, information about past events, a blog, and related information. The project is funded by the University of Washington's Walter Chapin Simpson Center for the Humanities. http://theseptemberproject.org/ Topics: Activism, Blogs & Podcasts by Subject, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Holidays and Observances Individually, International Governments, Librarianship, September 11 & Beyond Last updated Sep 22, 2009 Sikh Millions Gather for Historic Jubilee
News article about the September 1, 2004, anniversary celebration in "Amritsar, northern India, to commemorate the 400th year of the Sikh holy book, the Guru Granth Sahib." The celebration was centered at the Golden Temple in the northern Indian state of Punjab. Includes links to related stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/3609182.stm Topics: Architecture, Faiths, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Sep 8, 2004 Smiley Lore :-)
September, 19, 2002 marked the twentieth anniversary of the use of keyboard symbols to make a smiley face. :-) This brief essay by Scott E. Fahlman, who proposed the process, explains how it came about. Fahlman also proposed the frown for un-funny things. :-( There is a link to a transcript of the original board thread where the suggestions were made. http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~sef/sefSmiley.htm Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Internet Last updated Oct 19, 2005 Space Calendar
A directory of links to sites covering "astronomical and space-related activities and anniversaries for the coming year." Includes archive dating back to 2003. From NASA. http://www.jpl.nasa.gov/calendar/ Topics: Geography, Holidays and Observances Individually, Ready Reference & Quick Facts Last updated Oct 30, 2005 Space Station Assembly: Elements: Zarya Control Module, Baikonur Cosmodrome
Background information about the Russian "launch complex where Sputnik 1, Earth's first artificial satellite, was launched. The rocket that lifted Yuri Gagarin, the first human in orbit, was also launched from Baikonur." Includes a photo and map of the Baikonur Cosmodrome, which celebrates its 50th anniversary in June 2005. From the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). http://spaceflight.nasa.gov/station/assembly/elements/fgb/baikonur.html Topics: Astronomy, Holidays and Observances Individually, Photograph Collections, Technology Last updated Jun 8, 2005 Today in Literature
Features daily a quotation, an article about an author, text from a work, anniversaries (births and deaths of notable authors), and related links. Not archived. From the Toronto Public Library. http://www.todayinliterature.com/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Sep 22, 2009 Treasures of the Library: Writings of Maimonides
To commemorate the 800th anniversary (December 2004) of the death of philosopher Moses Maimonides, the Jewish National and University Library presents a collection of digitized manuscripts and early printed editions of his works. Requires download of free DJVU Viewer software. http://jnul.huji.ac.il/dl/mss/html/rambam_l.htm Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Jan 12, 2005 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features & Special Editions: Anniversary of Washington, D.C., as Nation's Capital
Historical and recent population statistics on Washington, D.C., provided on the occasion of its December 12 anniversary as the capital of the United States. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/001574.html Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated May 20, 2008 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features & Special Editions: First Flight Centennial
Facts and statistics on air transportation and the aerospace industry, in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Wright brothers' first powered flight on December 17, 1903. Includes a brief historical narrative. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/001573.html Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Statistics, Transportation Last updated May 20, 2008 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features & Special Editions: Louisiana Purchase Bicentennial
Facts and statistics about "the 200th anniversary of what has been described as the greatest real estate deal in history." Topics include population, the French influence, the number of places named "Jefferson," and a brief chronology of the 1803 Louisiana Purchase. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/001619.html Topics: Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, U.S. History By Place, United States History Last updated May 20, 2008 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: 50th Anniversary of 'Wonderful World of Color' TV
Facts and statistics to celebrate the 50th anniversary (March 2004) of color television. Provides data on TV viewing habits, average number of TVs per household, cable TV rates, television broadcasting networks, advertising, and related topics. Opens directly into a PDF file. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/2004/cb04-ffse04.pdf Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Recreation, Statistics, Television Last updated Sep 25, 2007 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: 53rd Anniversary of the UNIVAC Computer
In honor of UNIVAC I, the world's first commercial computer, "this edition of Facts for Features examines how ingrained the computer has become in American society." Includes statistics about computer usage and photos. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/001784.html Topics: Computers, Holidays and Observances Individually, Statistics Last updated Jul 6, 2004 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Americans With Disabilities Act: July 26
"On this day in 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act, guaranteeing equal opportunity for people with disabilities in public accommodations, commercial facilities, employment, transportation, state and local government services and telecommunications." The site provides a selection of statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau about the population distribution of people with a disability, the employment rate for people with disabilities, and related information. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/011953.html Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Disabilities, Holidays and Observances Individually, Presidents by Name, Social Issues, Statistics Last updated Jun 8, 2008 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Civil Rights Act of 1964: 40th Anniversary
Facts and statistics compiled in honor of the signing of the "landmark law [that] prohibits racial discrimination in public accommodations, publicly owned or operated facilities, employment and union membership, and voter registration." Compares data from 1964 and 2002 in areas such as black elected officials, college students and graduates, and income and poverty. Includes audio files. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/001800.html Topics: Black Resources, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Holidays and Observances Individually, Politics Last updated Jun 29, 2004 United Nations History: 60th Anniversary of the San Francisco Conference
"In celebration of the United Nations sixtieth anniversary [in 2005], the United Nations Department of Public Information has organized a commemoration of the signing of the United Nations Charter, which took place in San Francisco on 26 June 1945." The site includes the message of the Secretary-General, a video clip, and a list of exhibits and activities commemorating the event. Also includes links to information about the 50th anniversary and to related documents. http://www.un.org/aboutun/sanfrancisco/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, International Governments, War and Peace: Resources on Iraq Last updated Jul 13, 2005 Voices of Reflection: NPR Special Coverage
A site that points to radio coverage for National Public Radio (NPR) stories that marked the first anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Includes links to news, personal narratives, slide shows, a poem by NPR commentator Andrei Codrescu, and the "Sonic Memorial Project," "a collection of radio stories and sound chronicling the life and history of the [World Trade Center] and its neighborhood." http://www.npr.org/news/specials/091102reflections/ Topics: Archives, Holidays and Observances Individually, Media, September 11 & Beyond, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Aug 17, 2005 Voices of September 11th
Voices of "advocates on behalf of all those affected by 9/11 with local, state and national organizations on a variety of 9/11 issues, including the development of the Memorial at the World Trade Center, the Victims' Compensation Fund, promoting local and national preparedness and enhancing national security." Includes news, a calendar of September 11 anniversary events and other activities, information about building safety, and links to information about other memorials. http://www.voicesofsept11.org/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, September 11 & Beyond, Terrorism Last updated Nov 16, 2006 The Voyage of Discovery Continues: A Satellite View of the Journey of Lewis and Clark
"To commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery expedition from 1803-1806 and the 125th anniversary of the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the USGS National Center for Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) has assembled a collection of satellite images that provides a contemporary view the route that Lewis and Clark took from St. Louis, Missouri, to the Pacific Coast." Images are accompanied by descriptions of the journey. http://edc.usgs.gov/LewisandClark/ Topics: Geography, Holidays and Observances Individually, United States History Last updated Jul 27, 2005 The World Series at 100
National Public Radio (NPR) special feature from October 2003, marking "the 100th anniversary of the World Series." Includes audio clips of "Memorable Moments in World Series History," an interview with the author of "Autumn Glory" (an account of the first World Series), and related Web links and NPR stories. http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=1466981 Topics: Baseball, Holidays and Observances Individually, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Oct 2, 2004 www.OurTimeLines.com
This site generates personalized timelines with 5 to 140 year spans starting with the year A.D. 1000. Each timeline lists historical events, people, and inventions, and the user can add up to 10 personal events. The user can also generate a list of people born in a given year. These timelines can be used on a Web page or in print. Useful for genealogy to see how an ancestor fits into history. http://www.ourtimelines.com/ Topics: Families, History, Hobbies, Holidays and Observances Individually, People, People Last updated Jan 10, 2005 Zen Buddhism WWW Virtual Library: The Internet Guide to Zen (Ch'an, Son, Thien) Online Resources
A searchable, annotated directory of sites on Zen centers, organizations, institutions, documents, writings, electronic newsletters and journals, teachers, and koans. Also features a calendar of anniversaries and festivals and a list of names given to students and teachers active within the Zen tradition. A Virtual Library site. http://www.ciolek.com/WWWVL-Zen.html Topics: Faiths, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Nov 2, 2003 [Canadian] Public Holidays and Other Important Dates
A list of Canadian national and provincial/territorial holidays for the next couple of years, plus a list of important Canadian anniversaries from 2000 to 2010. Also available in French. Provided by the Canadian government. http://www.pch.gc.ca/pgm/ceem-cced/jfa-ha/index-eng.cfm Topics: Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, Holidays by Region, Ready Reference & Quick Facts Last updated Sep 15, 2009 |
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