Did you know the word April is of Latin origin and means to uncover, and open? Hey, if you are celebrating your birthday this month, may you have a special day of joy. Best wishes!
This Month in History
- 1778 – Oliver Pollock created the $ (US dollar symbol).
In 1828, Noah Webster published, An American Dictionary of the English Language (the first American dictionary).
In 1860, horses helped provide mail delivery. The Pony Express began at an estimated cost of $70,000.
In 1993, CERN released the World Wide Web.
- 2004 – Shrek, a runaway sheep, was found after 6 years on the run! …Viewers watched as he had his 15-inch, 59lb fleece cut on live broadcast.
Explore Virtual Museum Tours
April could be a great time to visit museums from around the world right from your home.
You don’t have to travel to Vatican City to see the sights. Virtual tours, like the Sistine Chapel and Papal Basilica of Saint Peter, are available online. Additionally, you can explore NASA facilities. Or take various tours of the National Gallery in London, including their Google virtual tour. Find these and other tour options from your preferred search engine.