Northern Renaissance

  • Sagrestia Vecchia
    Jan 1, 1440

    Sagrestia Vecchia

    Also known as the "Old Sacristy." It was created by one of the most well known architects of the time,Brunelleschi. It was built in the church of San Lorenzo. Michelangelo built a "new" one in the 16th century in the same church.
  • Latin Bible
    Jan 1, 1455

    Latin Bible

    The Latin Bible was the first thing ever printed on the Gutenberg Press. It was printed in Germany, and it was hand-illuminated with many full-color images and decorations.
  • Michelangelo
    Mar 6, 1475

    Michelangelo

    Michelangelo Buonarroti was born into a poor family in Caprese. He grew up to be a famous sculptor, painter and architect.
  • Martin Luther
    Nov 10, 1483

    Martin Luther

    Martin Luther is born in Eisleben. During the early 1500s, he started arguing against Indulgence; paying to get rid of your sin. He started the Protestant Reformation.
  • 95 Theses
    Jan 1, 1517

    95 Theses

    Martin Luther wrote the 95 Theses, whish is regarded as the primary catalyst for the Protestant Reformation. It protests against clerical abuses, especially the sale of indulgences.
  • William Byrd
    Jan 1, 1543

    William Byrd

    One of the most prominent English composers, William Byrd, was born. He composed mostly church music, which at the time was the Roman Catholic Church.
  • William Shakespeare
    Apr 23, 1564

    William Shakespeare

    Shakespeare was born on this day in Stratford. He was later came to be known as one of the greatest playwrights of all time.
  • Romeo and Juliet

    Romeo and Juliet

    Romeo and Juliet was first performed during the year of 1594. This play is one of Shakespeare's most popular plays.