Woodstock (1969 festival)

The Woodstock Music and Art Fair of 1969 was a landmark cultural event held in Bethel, New York, attracting around 400,000 people. It celebrated peace, love, and music during a time of social upheaval, featuring legendary artists like Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin. Despite heavy rain and logistical challenges, the festival fostered a sense of unity among diverse audiences, symbolizing the anti-war and counterculture movements of the 1960s. Woodstock is remembered as an iconic moment in music history that highlighted the power of communal expression and the impact of music on social change.