Events with tag - American Culture

January 1, 1450

Formation of Iroquois Confederacy

The Iroquois Confederacy was established around 1450 as a unified alliance of five Native American nations: Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, and Seneca. This sophisticated political system created one of the earliest forms of democratic governance in North America.

December 19, 1732

Poor Richard's Almanack First Publication

Benjamin Franklin launches Poor Richard's Almanack under the pseudonym Richard Saunders, marking the beginning of one of colonial America's most influential publications that combined practical wisdom with entertainment.

May 20, 1926

Delta Queen Steamboat Launch

The historic Delta Queen steamboat, built in Scotland and assembled in California, began its journey as a luxury overnight passenger vessel, later becoming an iconic symbol of American river transportation.

June 18, 1934

Indian Reorganization Act

The Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 was a pivotal legislation that ended the destructive allotment era and restored Native American tribal sovereignty. It provided framework for tribal self-governance, land restoration, and cultural preservation.

August 29, 1935

Federal Art Project Launch

The Federal Art Project (FAP) was launched as a groundbreaking government initiative that employed over 10,000 artists and created more than 200,000 artworks during the Great Depression. This revolutionary program marked the first large-scale federal support system for artists in American history.

September 1, 2025

Labor Day - American Workers' Holiday

Labor Day, established in 1894, is a federal holiday honoring American workers' contributions and achievements. Celebrated on the first Monday in September, it emerged from the labor movement's fight for workers' rights during the Industrial Revolution.