Historical eventMay 41789

Boydell Shakespeare Gallery

The Boydell Shakespeare Gallery, part of a cultural project initiated by engraver John Boydell, opened in London.

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When
Monday, May 4 1789237 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
18th century · 1780s
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Russia, Greece and some other countries used the Julian calendar into the early 20th century, so local records may show a date up to 13 days earlier.

At a glance

Dates: From 1789.

What happened

The Boydell Shakespeare Gallery, part of a cultural project initiated by engraver John Boydell, opened in London.

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May 4 1789 — 237 years ago, on a Monday.

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