Stamp Exhibitions

First Se-Tenant Booklet Stamps
On March 11, 1977, the USPS issued its first se-tenant stamps in booklet form.

Opening of FIPEX
The Fifth International Philatelic Exhibition (FIPEX) opened its doors to a record 60,000 visitors on April 28, 1956.

First U.S. Triangle Stamps
On March 13, 1997, the USPS issued its first triangle-shaped stamps to promote the upcoming Pacific ’97 Stamp Show.

2nd U.S. International Philatelic Exhibition
On October 16, 1926, the U.S. hosted its second international philatelic exhibition in New York, New York.