Americana

Woodstock
On August 18, 1969, Jimi Hendrix ended Woodstock with a two-hour performance that included one of the most iconic moments in music history.

The Art of Disney Series
On June 23, 2004, the USPS issued the first stamps in its Art of Disney Series.

The Sesquicentennial Expo
On May 31, 1926, the Sesquicentennial International Exposition opened in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was planned to mark the 150th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the 50th anniversary of the 1876 Centennial Exposition.

Wonders of America Sheet
On May 27, 2006, the USPS issued a stamp sheet honoring 40 American natural and man-made superlatives.

First White House Easter Egg Roll
On April 22, 1878, the White House hosted its first official Easter Egg Roll on Easter Monday.

American Folk Art Series
On April 13, 1977, the USPS issued the first stamp in the American Folk Art Series.

Happy Birthday, Mr. Rogers
Fred McFeely Rogers was born on March 20, 1928, in Latrobe, Pennsylvania.

On March 17, 1995, the USPS issued the first stamps in the American Culture Series.

“We Can Do It” Poster
On February 15, 1943, the famed Rosie the Riveter “We Can Do It” poster was first displayed in Westinghouse factories.