May 8 in History for Kids

May 8 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1492, 1628, 1608, 1877. Violent events and crimes are left off. Each line is a small true thing to ask about, not a whole lesson. February 29 is included so a leap-day birthday still has a page. Walk with the previous and next links, or open the May hub for the rest of the month.

In 1492, Andrea Alciato was born. Andrea became known as italian jurist and writer.
In 1628, Angelo Italia was born. Angelo became known as sicilian Jesuit and architect.
In 1608, a newly nationalized silver mine in Scotland at Hilderston, West Lothian is re-opened by Bevis Bulmer.
In 1877, at Gilmore's Gardens in New York City, the first Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show opens.

Pair a date with a story in the library or a geography quiz if you want to keep going.