As his contribution to the 1939 New York World’s Fair time capsule, Albert Einstein considered what it would take to ensure peace, equality and dignity in 2039. He wrote a poignant message to posterity—part lamentation, part aspiration, true to the essence of critical thinking and optimism that underscored his life and work.
I recently found an underlined photocopy of that message, which had been given to me over 30 years ago by an SVA MFA Illustration student who wanted to use it as the basis for her proposed thesis. After (re)reading the “Message for Posterity,” I feel it is as deeply relevant and thoughtful as when it was first written for the “World of Tomorrow” expo (the brief reprieve before Europe went to war)—and share it as a testament from one of the greatest thinkers (and PRINT contributors) of the 20th century to those of us here, especially today, Jan. 1, 2025.
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