Pop Culture
This "King of Rock and Roll" made a legendary comeback with a televised special in 1968.
Who is Elvis Presley?
This U.S. president was assassinated in 1963, leaving Lyndon B. Johnson to take office.
Who is John F. Kennedy?
This iconic 1960s band, known for their "British Invasion," became famous with hits like "She Loves You" and "Help!"
Who are The Beatles?
This space-themed TV series, which began in 1966, introduced viewers to Captain Kirk and Mr. Spock.
What is "Star Trek"?
This British fashion designer, known for her bold and avant-garde designs, popularized the miniskirt in the 1960s.
Who is Mary Quant?
This animated series, featuring a talking dog and a boy, made its debut in 1969.
What is "Scooby-Doo"?
This movement, led by Martin Luther King Jr., fought for civil rights and equality for African Americans during the 1960s.
What is the Civil Rights Movement?
This influential folk singer and activist released the famous protest song "Blowin’ in the Wind" in 1963.
Who is Bob Dylan?
This 1960s sitcom, starring Lucille Ball, was a follow-up to "I Love Lucy," showcasing the antics of Lucy and her husband, Ricky.
What is "The Lucy Show"?
This footwear style, made famous by models like Twiggy, became a staple of 1960s fashion.
What are go-go boots?
This song by The Beatles was the first to hit #1 on the U.S. charts in 1964.
What is "I Want to Hold Your Hand"?
In 1964, this country became the first in Africa to gain independence from British colonial rule.
What is Kenya?
This "Queen of Soul" released her hit "Respect" in 1967, becoming an anthem for the feminist and civil rights movements.
Who is Aretha Franklin?
This 1960s TV series followed the adventures of a secret agent, Maxwell Smart, and his partner, 99.
What is "Get Smart"?
This "mod" look, popularized in the 1960s, included brightly colored patterns, geometric designs, and bold accessories.
What is "mod" fashion?
This popular 1960s game show, hosted by Bob Barker, involved contestants guessing the price of everyday items.
What is "The Price Is Right"?
This 1968 political event in Chicago saw widespread protests during the Democratic National Convention.
What is the Chicago Riots?
This folk group’s hit "California Dreamin’" became one of the most iconic songs of the 1960s.
Who are The Mamas and the Papas?
This animated show, created by Hanna-Barbera, starred a family of prehistoric cavemen, including the father, Fred.
What is "The Flintstones"?
This French fashion designer introduced a new look in the 1960s, popularizing the "A-line" dress silhouette.
Who is André Courrèges?
This film, starring Julie Andrews as a magical nanny, was released in 1964 and became a Disney classic.
What is "Mary Poppins"?
The 1960s space race culminated in the U.S. landing astronauts on this celestial body in 1969.
What is the Moon?
This influential 1960s band’s album "Pet Sounds" was a critical success and highly influential on future music.
Who are The Beach Boys?
This television network, which would later become a cultural powerhouse, was founded in 1967.
What is ESPN?
This psychedelic trend in the late 1960s was characterized by tie-dye shirts, bell-bottom pants, and fringe.
What is hippie fashion?