How Did The Chicago Librarians Come Up With The Modern Anniversary Gifts?


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The Chicago Public Library is frequently cited as the place where the modern anniversary gift list first appeared. To assist couples in marking their milestones, the library compiled a list of gifts for each year of marriage in the early 20th century. However, it is unknown who came up with the list and how it was made in detail. Over time, other organizations and publications have widely embraced and changed the list.