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Brazil’s Historic Bull’s Eye Stamps: A Philatelic Milestone
On July 19, 1843, Brazil issued its famous Bull’s Eye stamps, making it the second country to produce adhesive postage stamps, after Great Britain’s Penny Black in 1840.
Celebrating Ringo Starr’s 84th birthday
Today marks the birthday of Ringo Starr, The Beatles’s legendary drummer, whose unique style and charismatic presence have made him a legend in the world of music. Born Richard Starkey on July 7, 1940, in Liverpool, England, Ringo Starr rose to global fame with the Fab Four, helping to shape the sound of the 1960s and beyond with his musical talent.
Celebrate the art and history of stamps on US National Postage Stamp Day
Every year on July 1st, US National Postage Stamp Day honours a simple invention that revolutionised global communication—the postage stamp. This day is the anniversary of when the first US postage stamp was issued in 1847. This first stamp featured founding fathers Benjamin Franklin and George Washington.
June 28th 2009: An important date for time travellers
On the 28th June 2009, Stephen Hawking opened the doors of the University of Cambridge's Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics to all potential time travellers.
Remember when our Time Travellers Invitation Poster was featured on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert?
It has now been 8 years since our Time Travellers Invitation featured on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert!
Happy birthday Paul McCartney!
When Paul McCartney was born on June 18th 1942, nobody could have predicted how legendary he would become. Both with The Beatles and as a solo artist, McCartney has left his mark on the world of music, inspiring generations of fans all over the world.
Celebrating art and time travel with Vincent and the Doctor
Here at Kite, time travel and art are among our biggest interests. These two themes were memorably brought together in Season 5 Episode 10 of Doctor Who. This episode aired for the first time 14 years ago today, and remains a firm fan favourite.
Stephen Hawking’s Time Travellers Invitation features in new Science Museum book
Stephen Hawking: Genius at Work is a new book that explores Hawking’s life, mind and science through the objects that were in his study. Among these objects, I’m happy to say, is one of the two Time Travellers Invitation prints that I gave Prof. Hawking when we met in late 2013.
Sgt. Pepper turns 58 today!
On this day, 57 years ago, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band was introduced to the world, forever altering the landscape of popular music.
17th of May in a Small, Norwegian Town: 'Syttende Mai’!
In 1919, Edvard Munch painted ‘17th of May in a Small Norwegian Town’.
On this day 44 years ago, the Beatles released ‘Let it Be’
On the 8th of May, 1970, music history was made when The Beatles unveiled Let It Be their twelfth and final studio masterpiece.
Penny Black, the world's first adhesive postage stamp, debuted 184 years ago today
The Penny Black was issued in Great Britain on the 1st of May, 1840 – 184 years ago today! The stamp featured a portrait of Queen Victoria, and was designed by Sir Rowland Hill, who is often credited as the inventor of the modern postage stamp.
Songs for spring, a Beatles playlist
It’s been a long time coming but spring is finally here! As the first green shoots push through the earth, there's a palpable sense of renewal and rebirth in the air. As spring is a season of awakening, it’s the ideal time to refresh our playlists with tunes that mirror the blossoming world around us. And what better way to soundtrack the springtime than with the timeless music of The Beatles?
Celebrating the genius of Leonardo da Vinci: A tribute to a timeless visionary
April 15 marks Leonardo da Vinci’s birthday, a day when we are reminded of the remarkable life of Leonardo da Vinci, a figure whose profound influence transcends the boundaries of time and disciplines.
Our latest giveaway winner is a massive Beatles fan
You may remember that Lisa was the lucky winner of our last Instagram giveaway. It was clear from the comments on the giveaway post that there are many people who would love to win a copy of our Mr. Kite print, so we decided to give our followers another chance to win with our Easter giveaway.
The Beatles broke up 54 years ago today
April 10 marks a poignant milestone in the annals of music history – it’s when The Beatles officially announced their breakup. It was in 1970 that the news spread that John, Paul, George, and Ringo would no longer create music together as The Beatles.
Vincent van Gogh: Celebrating 171 Years of Artistic Brilliance and Legacy
Today marks Vincent van Gogh’s 170th birthday. Born on March 30, 1853, in Zundert, Netherlands, Van Gogh's life and career were marked by profound passion, tumultuous struggles, and an unwavering dedication to his craft. This dedication would posthumously earn him worldwide acclaim and an enduring legacy in the art world.
Sixty-one years ago today, The Beatles released their first album
Sixty-one years ago today, the landscape of popular music was forever altered with the release of Please Please Me, The Beatles debut album. On March 22, 1963, this groundbreaking record hit the shelves, heralding the arrival of a band that would become one of the most influential and beloved musical acts in history. The album not only marked the beginning of Beatlemania but also set the stage for the transformative 1960s music scene.
Yoko Ono and John Lennon got married 55 years ago today
On March 20 1969, two of the most iconic figures in the world of art and music, John Lennon and Yoko Ono, united in matrimony, marking the beginning of a partnership that would go on to have an ever-lasting cultural legacy.
On this day in 1966, Lennon's words shook the world
The Beatles were taking the world by storm, but it wasn’t John Lennon’s lyrics that made headlines on this day in 1966.
Remembering George Harrison
Today we are honouring the birthday of one of the most influential musicians in history—George Harrison. Born on February 25, 1943, George would have turned 81 today. Let’s take a moment to reflect on his legacy.
This lucky Beatles fan won a framed Mr. Kite print
If you’ve been here before, you likely know that we run regular prize draws where those subscribed to our mailing list have a chance to win an unframed print of their choice. This month, however, we decided to step things up, and give our UK-based Instagram followers the chance to win a framed, Mr. Kite print. The winner was randomly selected from a pool of eligible followers, with luck deciding who would win…
57 years ago today, The Beatles began recording Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite!
57 years ago today, on February 17 1967, The Beatles set out to record one of the most musically complex and avant-garde tracks of their illustrious career – Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite!
A Beatles playlist for Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air, and what better way to celebrate Valentine's Day than with the music of The Beatles? The Fab Four's extensive discography offers a plethora of songs to make your Valentine's Day special, but here’s a few of our favourites.
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