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Centennial Celebrations
 Websites presented in alphabetical order "One More Once": A Centennial Celebration of the Life and Music of Count Basie 
 This site celebrates the 2004 centennial of the birth of jazz musician and bandleader Bill (Count) Basie. The site features essays on Basie's life and music, numerous photo essays, and a selected discography. Each page is ornamented with sound files of his music. From the Institute of Jazz Studies, Rutgers University Libraries. http://newarkwww.rutgers.edu/ijs/cb/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Musicians, Photograph Collections Last updated Oct 7, 2005 The 1904 World's Fair: Looking Back at Looking Forward
In 1904, St. Louis, Missouri, marked the centennial of the Louisiana Purchase with a world's fair. The city also hosted the 1904 Olympics. The site commemorates these events with an illustrated overview of the fair, images of artifacts, and a "virtual fair," which includes a fairground map and photographs of the structures and exhibitions. From the Missouri Historical Society. http://www.mohistory.org/Fair/WF/HTML/index_flash.html Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, U.S. History By Place, United States History Last updated Jun 30, 2009 Bellingham's Centennial: Exploring the Foundations of Our Community
This Web site gives teachers and students an opportunity "to examine primary sources related to the history of Bellingham," Washington state. Presents information about towns, industries, people, and schools. Includes photographs, maps, a bibliography, and curriculum materials designed for elementary, middle, and high school levels. From the Center for Pacific Northwest Studies at Western Washington University. http://www.acadweb.wwu.edu/cpnws/centennial/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Aug 10, 2004 The Centennial Exhibition Digital Collection: Philadelphia 1876
Contains background information and over a thousand silver albumen photographs and other "digitized images related to the 1876 Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia." From the Free Library of Philadelphia. http://libwww.library.phila.gov/cencol/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Apr 6, 2006 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 Douglas "Wrong Way" Corrigan
Biography of aviator Douglas "Wrong Way" Corrigan, who, in 1938, "'mistakenly' flew from New York to Ireland -- when he was supposed to be flying from New York to California -- because he seemingly misread his compass." The term "Wrong Way Corrigan" has become a colloquialism to "describe anyone who blunders and goes the wrong way, particularly in sporting events." Includes links to related aviation articles and websites. From the U.S. Centennial of Flight Commission. http://www.centennialofflight.gov/essay/Explorers_Record_Setters_and_Daredevils/corrigan/EX16.htm Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Transportation Last updated Jul 28, 2005 Dream of Flight
This Library of Congress presentation "commemorating the centennial of flight" uses the "Library's rarest and most significant materials to explore the notion that flight, whether fanciful or actual, has inspired and occupied a central place in most cultures." Items of special interest to children and families are highlighted with an icon. http://www.loc.gov/exhibits/treasures/wb-home.html Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Transportation Last updated Oct 20, 2004 Hot Topics: Wright Brothers First Flight Centennial, 1903 - 2003
History of these two famous airmen, photographs, and related resources about aviation, plus an extensive section on aeronautical pioneers such as Amelia Earhart, Bessie Coleman, and Russian astronaut Yuri Gagarin. From the Daniel J. Evans Library at Evergreen State College, Washington state. http://govdocs.evergreen.edu/hotopics/wrightbros100/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Notable People, Transportation Last updated Oct 6, 2009 Isaac Bashevis Singer
2004 marks the centennial of Nobel Prize-winning Yiddish author Isaac Bashevis Singer's birth. This site provides information about Singer's life and works, including a biography, bibliography, filmography, and photographs. Also includes a calendar of events relating to the celebration of the centennial and discussion forums. From the Library of America. http://singer100.loa.org/ Topics: Authors by Region, Holidays and Observances Individually, Judaism, Literature & Books, Musicians Last updated Aug 28, 2008 Kirkland Centennial, 1905-2005
Celebrates the centennial of Kirkland, Washington state, a community east of Seattle known for its shipbuilding industry and woolen mills. Presents background information and historical facts about the city and its founders Peter Kirk and Leigh S.J. Hunt. Includes video clips about the city, an events calendar, tributes, a map of the city, press releases, and links. http://www.kirkland100.com/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Apr 25, 2005 Las Vegas
This site provides tourist information for Las Vegas, Nevada. Includes maps and information about entertainment, shopping, hotels and resorts, casinos and gaming, golf, and dining. Also features a timeline of Las Vegas history, historic walking tours, and information about the 2005 centennial celebration. From the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. http://www.visitlasvegas.com/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Travel, U.S. Travel Last updated Jul 3, 2008 Lewis & Clark Bicentennial: 1804 - 2004
An extensive list of Web links about the Lewis & Clark expedition, the Louisiana Purchase, historical sources, Sacagawea, and places named after Lewis & Clark. From Carlos A. Diaz, Government Documents Specialist for the Daniel J. Evans Library at The Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington state. http://govdocs.evergreen.edu/hotopics/lewis-clark/ Topics: Geography, History, Holidays and Observances Individually, United States History Last updated May 26, 2008 Lewis and Clark Expedition: End of the Expedition: 18 Days in Pacific County, Washington
"The Pacific County Friends of Lewis and Clark is a nonprofit organization devoted to commemorating the bicentennial of the epic journey of Lewis and Clark and the Corps of Discovery, with special emphasis on the 18 days they spent in Pacific County, Washington" state. Provides an overview of November 7 to 25, 1805, plus diary excerpts and illustrations for each day. Also includes press releases, plans for the bicentennial, attractions, itineraries, membership information, and links. http://www.lewisandclarkwa.com/ Topics: History, Holidays and Observances Individually, Nonfiction by Genre, United States History Last updated Aug 6, 2003 Lewis and Clark's Journey Through Washington State
Features a calendar of interpretive programs and events to commemorate the bicentennial (2005-2006) of the Lewis and Clark Expedition through what is now Washington state. Maps trace the journey from Clarkston, to the Columbia River at Sacajawea State Park, along the Columbia to Maryhill State Park, through Columbia Hills State Park to Doug's Beach, Beacon Rock, Station Camp, and Cape Disappointment. Describes the Overland Shortcut used on the return trip. From Washington State Parks. http://www.parks.wa.gov/lewisandclark/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, U.S. History By Place, United States History Last updated Jun 23, 2005 Mount Rainier National Park: 100 Years in Paradise
Prepared to commemorate the 1999 centennial of Mount Rainier National Park, this online exhibit presents an introduction to the history of Washington state's "backyard national park and mountain." Nine themes in the park's history are explored and illustrated with vintage photographs, postcards, travel brochures, and park guides. Includes a bibliography. The exhibit focuses on material available in the Special Collections, Manuscripts and University Archives Division at the University of Washington Libraries. http://www.lib.washington.edu/exhibits/rainier/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Jul 28, 2004 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 Olympic Park Bombing
Archive of news stories, images, maps, and audio and video clips on the 1996 bombing at Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta, Georgia. From Cable News Network (CNN). http://www.cnn.com/US/9607/27/olympic.bomb.main/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Parks, The Olympic Games: Past, Present, Future, Travel, Weapons Last updated Jun 21, 2004 Paul Robeson Centennial Celebration
Created in 1998 to commemorate the centennial of Paul Robeson's birth, this site is still useful for the biographical sketch, bibliography, curriculum materials, and quotations by and about Robeson. http://www.cpsr.cs.uchicago.edu/robeson/ Topics: Film, Movies, & Video, Holidays and Observances Individually, Musicians, Notable People, Performing Arts Last updated Jul 28, 2005 Paul Robeson on the Web
A well-maintained directory of websites about singer and activist Paul Robeson, browsable within major topic areas such as biography, music, and resources related to the 1998 centennial celebration of his birth. From Princeton Public Library, New Jersey. http://www.princeton.lib.nj.us/robeson/links.html Topics: Black Resources, Holidays and Observances Individually, Musicians, Notable People Last updated Jan 24, 2007 Point Defiance: 100 Years and Beyond
This site features a series of articles commemorating the 100th anniversary (2005) of Point Defiance Park in Tacoma, Washington state. The articles celebrate "the park's history, zoo, gardens, natural spaces, and recreation opportunities," and cover the history of the area from pre-1905 to the present day. Includes a Point Defiance map, park timeline, shared memories of the park, photos, audio clips, and more. From the Tacoma News Tribune. http://thepark.thenewstribune.com/front.htm Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Nov 7, 2005 The Seattle Daily Times: 100 Years in the Pacific Northwest
In 1996, as part of The Seattle Times' 100th birthday celebration, weekly stories on Northwest history were prepared by historians Sharon Boswell and Lorraine McConaghy with the assistance of the newspaper staff. This site features the collection of stories and period photographs. Sets of discussion questions accompany each article. Includes a link to more information about The Seattle Times (originally called the Seattle Daily Times when it was founded in 1896). http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/special/centennial/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, U.S. History By Place Last updated Dec 1, 2007 Spokane Centennial Trail
Information about this Washington state trail, which offers 37 miles of paved access for walkers, bicyclists, skaters, and horseback riders. The trail runs along the Spokane River from the Idaho state border to Nine Mile Falls. This site offers an overview map of the trail and information on access points, parking, and restrooms along the trail. From the Friends of the Centennial Trail. http://www.spokanecentennialtrail.org/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Jan 28, 2004 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: Lewis & Clark Bicentennial
Facts and statistics to commemorate the 1804-1806 expedition from Illinois to Oregon of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. Provide population counts for states visited by Lewis and Clark and for the Shoshone, Sioux, and Nez Perce tribes, as well as other U.S. Census data. Opens directly into a PDF file. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/2004/cb04ffse03.pdf Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, United States History Last updated Sep 25, 2007 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 Westward Journey Nickel Series
"In commemoration of the bicentennials of the Louisiana Purchase and the Lewis and Clark expedition, the President enacted Public Law 108-15 to modify the Jefferson 5-cent coin (nickel). ... In 2005, a contemporary image of President Jefferson will appear on the nickel, along with two new reverse designs that recognize the American Indians and wildlife encountered by the Lewis and Clark expedition." Includes images. From the United States Mint. http://www.usmint.gov/mint_programs/index.cfm?flash=no&action=nickel_series Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, United States History Last updated Feb 9, 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 Worldseries.com
This official site from Major League Baseball (MLB) celebrates the centennial of baseball's World Series with a collection of articles, statistics, team information, photos, coverage of the 2003 World Series, and other resources for fans. Navigation through the extensive material on this site may be difficult due to a cluttered, ad-heavy page design. http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/ps/ Topics: Baseball, Holidays and Observances Individually, Photograph Collections, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Feb 3, 2007 |
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