US Stamps

The U.S. Postal Service issued 113 commemorative stamps over a six-year period in honor of the U.S. bicentennial, beginning with the American Revolution Bicentennial Commission Emblem stamp (U.S. #1432). As a…

In 2011, digital animation pioneer Pixar celebrated its 25th anniversary.  During those first 25 years, Pixar won 26 Academy Awards, seven Golden Globes, three Grammy awards, and countless other awards,…

The first in the series, this block of four illustrates examples of early American architecture. Each of the buildings was selected for its enduring beauty, strength, and usefulness. Pictured are the…

In 1925, the U.S. celebrated the 150th anniversary of its independence with a stamp series known as the American Revolution Sesquicentennial. U.S. #617 pictures General George Washington leading colonial forces at…

This series features five stamps – one for each year of the Civil War – to commemorate its 100th anniversary. When South Carolina seceded from the Union in 1860, plans…

The American Folk Art series ran from 1977 to 1995.  Folk Art is loosely defined as the art of the everyday, rooted in traditions that come from community and culture and expressing cultural…

Over the course of its two year existence – 1973 to 1975 – seven stamps were added to the American Arts series. George Gershwin rose to fame on Broadway during…

A new stamp series was unveiled in 1932, designed as a “spotlight on the sports, athletes, and host cities that carry the torch for global unity.”  Olympic Games stamps quickly…

For the first time ever, the Postal Service issued a special stamp for the New Year in 1992. Printed in a new and experimental format; panes of 20 that are…