Scientific American begins publication
- When
- 1845
- Where
- New York City
- Episodes
- 1
Scientific American began publication in New York City on August 28, 1845, as a four-page weekly newspaper founded by inventor and publisher Rufus Porter. The first issue was released in a large-format style, establishing the journal that would later become the oldest continuously published magazine in the United States.
Episodes
Background and detail
Background. Scientific American was established in 1845 by Rufus Porter, an inventor and publisher. The publication began as a four-page weekly newspaper in New York City. This initial format distinguished it from later developments, as it started as a weekly publication in August 1845 before eventually transitioning to a monthly schedule in November 1921.
Publication Details. The first issue of the large-format New York City newspaper was released on August 28, 1845. This event marks the inception of the magazine, which has remained in print since that year. The archive provides a comprehensive list of past issues dating back to this 1845 start, confirming its status as the oldest continuously published magazine in the United States.
People involved
- Rufus Porter · Founder
Sources
- Scientific American Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-06
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