Historical Events
Exposition Universelle
Exposition Universelle (World's Fair) in Paris opens with the recently completed Eiffel Tower serving as the entrance arch
Famous Birthdays
- Stanley Morison, British typographer, born in Wanstead, Essex (d. 1967)
1889 Highlights
About May 6, 1889
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 134 years and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus
