What Happened on February 7, 1964

Historical Events

  • Baskin-Robbins introduces Beatle Nut ice cream
  • Beatles land at New York's JFK airport, for 1st US tour

Sessions' 5th Symphony

Roger Sessions' 5th Symphony premieres in Philadelphia with Eugene Ormandy conducting the Philadelphia Orchestra

Famous Birthdays

  • Cynthia "Sippy" Woodhead, swimmer (Olympic silver 1984), born in Riverside, California

Famous Deaths

  • Hermann A. J. Kees, German Egyptologist (Problems of Egyptology), dies at 77
  • Lillian Copeland, US discus thrower (Olympic gold 1932), dies at 59
Died in 1964 1964 Highlights

About February 7, 1964

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 2 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Want To Hold Your Hand - The Beatles
  • UK #1 Song: Needles And Pins - Searchers