These markers are about the Beatles, whether before, during or after the band's tenure. This includes markers that are about the individuals, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr.
This sculpture is dedicated to the many individuals whose efforts made Muscle Shoals and the Muscle Shoals area the “Hit Recording Capital of the World,” and to those who continue that legacy.
Legend of the Singing River
The . . . — — Map (db m167279) HM
This sculpture is dedicated to the many individuals whose efforts made Sheffield and the Muscle Shoals area the “Hit Recording Capital of the World,” and to those who continue that legacy.
Legend of the Singing River
The . . . — — Map (db m167280) HM
A quiet night in 1964 was interrupted by the unusual sound of an airliner approaching Walnut Ridge Airport. Its arrival sparked enough interest that three local teens went to investigate, only to discover John, Paul, Ringo and George walking from . . . — — Map (db m170608) HM
Newell Mock had a love for photography and a camera always at the ready. He captured these black and white images on September 20, 1964 as the Beatles returned to Walnut Ridge Airport from their weekend vacation at Pigman's Ranch in Missouri. John . . . — — Map (db m170243) HM
Called the most prolific session guitarist of all time, Reggie Young grew up along the Cotton Highway in Osceola in the 1940s. Joining a multitude of famous artists, such as Johnny Cash, Elvis Presely, the Beatles, and Willie Nelson, Young has . . . — — Map (db m36409) HM
The world's first circular office structure was designed to resemble a stack of 45 rpm records. Artists recording in its studios since its completion in 1956 have included such luminaries as Frank Sinatra, Nat "King" Cole, Peggy Lee, Dean . . . — — Map (db m167282) HM
Hollywood Comes North
The community of North Hollywood was still a year away from being given that official name when a jewel box of a theatre called the "El Portal" opened in October of 1926.
The world was still a year away . . . — — Map (db m167283) HM
On August 26, 1964 five thousand screaming fans waited outside the Brown Palace Hotel for hours hoping to catch a glimpse of their idols, the Beatles.
Well-rehearsed in evading mobs, the “Fab Four” sneaked into the hotel through a service . . . — — Map (db m167285) HM
Uline Arena was built in 1941 by ice maker Mike Uline to present ice skating, hocky, basketball, and tennis. The Dutch immigrant, originally named Migiel Uihlein, had made a fortune patenting ice production equipment and selling ice from his . . . — — Map (db m71683) HM
With its view of the Capitol and Senate office buildings, and with the Library of Congress and the Supreme Court just a short stroll away, Union Station truly is the gateway to the heart of the nation's government. The station is also where . . . — — Map (db m71679) HM
In the late summer of 1963, four musicians from Liverpool, England — John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr — collectively known as the Beatles, were poised to conquer pop culture and music history. With three hit . . . — — Map (db m166711) HM
On September 28, 1963, America got its first taste of English rock 'n' roll. Five months before the beginning of "Beatlemania," before the Beatles played on the "Ed Sullivan Show," George Harrison, lead guitarist for the British band, became the . . . — — Map (db m192053) HM
It was twenty years ago today,
John Lennon brought the band to play.
This plaque commemorates the 20th anniversary of The Beatles only concert performance in Louisiana
September 16, 1964, City Park Stadium
Presented by
WRNO Radio to . . . — — Map (db m87847) HM
John Bright “Johnny” Russell (1940-2001) was born and raised in Moorhead and went on to become a star of the Grand Ole Opry and a popular country recording artist, with such hits as “Catfish John” and “Rednecks, White Socks and Blue Ribbon Beer.” . . . — — Map (db m77168) HM
Timeline:
1923: Stadium opens as "Muehlebach Field", named for George Muehlebach, who owned the minor-league Blues
1924: KC Monarchs won the Negro Leagues World Series here
1937: Ballpark was named "Ruppert Stadium" honoring Yankees . . . — — Map (db m198933) HM
Known as:
• Muehlebach Field (1923-1937) • Ruppert Stadium (1937-1943)
• Blues Stadium (1943-1954) • Municipal Stadium (1955-1976)
(front side:)
You are standing on the former site of Municipal Stadium, originally named . . . — — Map (db m198918) HM
International Legend with Local Roots
Charles Edward Anderson (Chuck) Berry was born October 18, 1926 to Henry and Martha Berry in St. Louis, Missouri. He first took to the stage in 1941 during a school program at Sumner High School where . . . — — Map (db m167287) HM
You are standing at the corporate roots of Hammacher Schlemmer, America’s longest running catalogue for the “man who has everything.” Opening in 1848 at 221 Bowery, it specialized in hard-to-find hardware. Located in the 5-story building . . . — — Map (db m133664) HM
What's a fun way to celebrate your 66th birthday?
If you're Sir Paul McCartney, born June 18, 1942, you take your girlfriend Nancy Shevell, 47, on a Route 66 road trip in a green 1989 Ford Bronco.
Their trip began July 31, 2008 from . . . — — Map (db m170499) HM
Joe Brown, a South Philadelphia native and Temple University graduate, was a member of the Philadelphia Art Commission and a professor and sculptor at Princeton University. He was selected by the Art Commission in 1970 to produce four statues that . . . — — Map (db m167361) HM
Commemorating the historic concert of
music legend Sir Paul McCartney
in Lubbock, Texas on October 2, 2014
at the United Supermarkets Arena,
and his admiration for Lubbock's own
Buddy Holly. — — Map (db m163977) HM
1958
Hank Aaron
The Milwaukee Braves win another National League pennant, but lose the World Series to the New York Yankees four games to three.
Science & Technology
The U.S. establishes the National Aeronautics and Space . . . — — Map (db m167292) HM
Alan Dower Blumlein filed a patent for a two-channel audio system
called “stereo” on 14 December 1931. It included a “shuffling”
circuit to preserve directional sound, an orthogonal “Blumlein
Pair” of velocity microphones, the recording of two . . . — — Map (db m167118) HM
Brian Epstein 1934 – 1967 This venue is named in honour of one of Liverpool’s most famous sons, Brian Epstein. Brian performed here as Roger Cosselyn in Guy Bolton’s comedy Larger than Life in 1956 and later became the manager of . . . — — Map (db m314964) HM
On School Lane you will find two landmark buildings designed a century apart. The Epstein Theatre opened in 1913 above Crane’s music emporium. It was called The Neptune before being renamed in honour of Beatles manager, Brian Epstein. Opposite is a . . . — — Map (db m314968) HM
In America, Memphis claims to be the birthplace of both ‘The Blues’ and ‘Rock ’n’ Roll’. The reason for this is Memphis has always been located at a natural crossroads, standing on the site of river trails inhabited by indigenous populations from . . . — — Map (db m313589) HM
Frank Hessy Ltd Hessys Music Centre 1959–1996 62 Stanley Street Where the Beatles bought their musical instruments In tribute to all Liverpool musicians groups and entertainers — — Map (db m313474) HM
The Cavern first opened its doors in January 1957 as a Jazz club. The early emerging Skiffle bands in Liverpool were given a platform to play however, leading to John Lennon’s first band, The Quarrymen, playing here in August 1957. Many of these . . . — — Map (db m313573) HM
Liverpool, on the banks of the River Mersey, and Memphis on the mighty Mississippi River are bonded by their definitive music heritage. In 1954, Elvis Presley ignited the Rock ’n’ Roll revolution from Sun Studio in Memphis and heralded in a new era . . . — — Map (db m313580) HM
Blues hit a peak in the music of U.K. in the 1960s when rock bands covered countless blues songs, especially by artists born in rural Mississippi. Some, like Robert Johnson and Elmore James, were known only through their records, but Muddy Waters . . . — — Map (db m313577) HM
Sir George Henry Martin CBE (3 January 1926 – 8 March 2016) was an English record producer, arranger, composer, conductor, audio engineer, and musician. He was referred to as the “Fifth Beatle” in reference to his extensive . . . — — Map (db m313525) HM
The Cavern was the home of Merseybeat and the Beatles. The ‘four lads who shook the world’ played here 274 times and made it the most famous club in the world. The rebuilt Cavern is made from the original bricks to the same dimensions as the . . . — — Map (db m313570) HM
The “Wall of Fame” was unveiled by Merseybeat legends Gerry Marsden and Billy J. Kramer on the 16th of January 1997, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the opening of the Cavern Club. The wall highlights the names of 1800 bands and artists who . . . — — Map (db m313594) HM
At this site on 9 April 1960, Geoff Hogarth & Harry Ormesher opened… The Beatles (as the Silver Beetles) first show here 15 May 1960 Cilla Black The Searchers Freddie Starr 1960 – 2005 The Iron Door Cradle of Mersey Beat Kenny Ball • . . . — — Map (db m313473) HM
Welcome to the world famous White Star. Twinned with pubs in the Czech Republic and Norway. Come inside and enjoy some of the best real ales from all over the country. A relaxing atmosphere with background music & satellite TV. Take a walk back . . . — — Map (db m316183) HM
This artwork marks the spot where John, Paul, George and Ringo posed for a picture that has gone on to become one of the most famous images of one of the world’s most influential bands.
Taken on Tuesday 12 September 1967 by music photographer . . . — — Map (db m123775) HM
Welcome to the Plymouth Hoe
History
The Hoe dates back to the medieval era when the first settlers arrived. This was long before the exploits of Sir Francis Drake, who played bowls here while waiting for the Spanish Armada in 1588. The . . . — — Map (db m123773) HM
