It’s National Library Week so we’ve mapped some of the world’s greatest libraries that are some of the most spectacular buildings in the world. All book lover’s should take note of these and make a visit at some point in...
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Global population has reached 7.4 billion people. Of this population, the top 1% owns more of the world’s assets than the bottom 99 percent combined. “Of the estimated $250 trillion in global assets, the top 1 percent owned almost exactly...
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April is Jazz Appreciation Month! Jazz was born in the United States and is known as one of America’s greatest cultural achievements and original art forms. Its roots can be traced back to the times of slavery, when work songs...
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Wednesday, March 30th is National Doctor’s Day. This day is meant to recognize physicians – both living and dead – their work, and their contributions to the health of individuals and medical progress. Doctor’s Day was first recognized on March...
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March 21st is National Renewable Energy Day. Renewable energy is a form of clean energy provided by the natural resources present in nature. The main forms of renewable energy are solar, wind, hydropower, biofuel and geothermal and unlike fossil fuels,...
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In honor of National Poultry day this year (March 19th) we’ve gathered some interesting facts and put together some cool maps for you to keep the holiday in thought this weekend. Poultry are domesticated birds kept by humans for the...
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Today, March 8th, is International Women’s Day. In honor of this holiday, AGS has created a map displaying the birthplaces of all of the women who have signed our Fliers and Explorers Globe. AGS acquired its Fliers and Explorers Globe in...
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In celebration of National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day (March 1st) we did some research on the history and facts of peanut production and made a map showing the top ten peanut producing states in the United States! So when did...
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This Saturday, February 27th, is International Polar Bear Day. According to Polar Bears International, there are fewer than 25,000 polar bears left in the wild and subpopulations are continuing to decline fast in number. Our map of the week shows a North...
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This Thursday, February 18th, is “National Drink Wine Day”. The day is celebrated in effort to spread the love and health benefits of wine. Wine has held an important role throughout history in relationships and religion. We embrace the positive...
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