Architecture
Death of James Hoban
On December 8, 1831, White House architect James Hoban died in Washington, DC.
Dedication of the Washington Monument
On February 21, 1885, the Washington Monument was dedicated, 37 years after its cornerstone was laid.
Birth of Edward Hopper
Realist painter Edward Hopper was born on July 22, 1882, in Upper Nyack, New York.
Happy Birthday, Frank Lloyd Wright!
Architect Frank Lloyd Wright was born Frank Lincoln Wright on June 8, 1867, in Richland Center, Wisconsin.
American Architecture Series
On June 4, 1979, the USPS issued the first block of four stamps in the American Architecture Series, which honors the evolution of American architecture over the last two centuries.
Opening of the Golden Gate Bridge
On May 28, 1937, the Golden Gate Bridge officially opened to traffic.
Lighthouse Series
On April 26, 1990, the USPS issued the first booklet in its Lighthouse stamp series.
Opening of the Chrysler Building
On May 27, 1930, the Chrysler Building, the tallest man-made structure at the time, opened to the public.