In 1900, the Pollock family relocated to Janesville, California, where they purchased a hotel called the Diamond Mountain Inn and faced financial struggles.

Jackson Pollock, the influential American painter known for his unique style of drip painting, was born on January 28, 1912.

On Thanksgiving Day, Jackson Pollock's mother and his five brothers relocate to National City, California to join his father.

The Pollock family moves to Phoenix, Arizona where his father purchases a twenty-acre farm with an adobe house.

Jackson Pollock's right index finger is accidentally cut off while playing with an older boy.

Due to financial struggles, the Pollock family moved to a stone-fruit orchard in Chico, California, where Jackson Pollock started school.

In May 1920, Jackson Pollock's father abandoned the family, which had a significant impact on his life and art.

On April 29, 1923, Jackson Pollock explored Native American culture with his father, influencing his artistic perspective.

During June-July of 1927, Jackson is arranged to live and work with a surveying crew near the Grand Canyon by Roy. It is during this time that he has his first alcoholic drink, which may have impacted his later struggles with alcohol.

With the assistance of Schwankovsky, Jackson decided to skip graduation and attend Manual Arts part-time.

On May 29, 1929, Jackson Pollock enrolled in an arts high school, laying the foundation for his future artistic endeavors.

In May 1930, Jackson Pollock moved to New York with his brother, a pivotal moment that shaped his artistic career.

During the summer of 1931, Jackson Pollock hitchhikes with Manuel Tolegian from New York to Los Angeles, exploring museums and galleries. They briefly work as lumberjacks in late August.

On October 3, 1932, Jackson Pollock is appointed as the class monitor in Thomas Hart Benton's mural class.

On May 30, 1933, Jackson Pollock's father passed away, marking a significant loss in his life and impacting his artistic journey.

Pollock's father passed away suddenly, leading to a period of deep sadness and depression for Pollock.

By November 1934, Jackson Pollock had resumed working for the easel division of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) project.

In February 1935, Jackson Pollock paints a controversial mural in the style of Orozco on the walls of his studio at 76 West Houston Street.

On February 25, 1936, Jackson Pollock started working as a stonecutter for the New York City Emergency Relief Bureau, where he was involved in restoring public monuments for $1.75 per hour.

Pollock got intoxicated and engaged in a violent altercation with his brother's wife, Elizabeth. During the fight, he threatened her with an axe and damaged one of his brother's paintings intended for an upcoming exhibition.

In 1937, Jackson Pollock was introduced to liquid paint at an experimental workshop in New York City by the muralist David Siqueiros, marking a significant moment in his artistic development.

By 1938, Jackson Pollock's struggles with alcoholism had escalated to the point where he began receiving psychiatric treatment for his addiction.

In May 30, 1939, Jackson Pollock began Jungian psychotherapy, which had a significant impact on his artistic output.

The exhibition Picasso: Forty Years of His Art is on view at The Museum of Modern Art from November 15, 1939, to January 7, 1940.

On June 3, 1940, Helen Marot passes away, leading to a period of sustained depression for Jackson Pollock.

From January 22 to April 27, 1941, The Museum of Modern Art hosts the exhibition Indian Art of the United States, where Pollock witnesses Navajo artists creating sand paintings.

Jackson Pollock exhibits his painting Birth at McMillen Inc. in an exhibition that also features works by influential artists such as Picasso, Matisse, and Stuart Davis. This exhibition marks a significant moment in Pollock's career as it attracts the attention of Lee Krasner, who later becomes a key figure in supporting and promoting his work.

On April 16, 1942, Jackson Pollock created the artwork 'Male and Female'. By the mid-1940s, he transitioned to painting in a completely abstract manner, partially using liquid paint in his works.

On June 2, 1942, Jackson Pollock visited an art museum where he discovered Pablo Picasso's show, inspiring him to experiment and push the boundaries of his own artistic work.

In December 1942 to January 1943, Jackson Pollock showcases his artwork titled The Flame at the Artists for Victory exhibition held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

On March 27, 1943, Jackson Pollock created the artwork 'Moon Woman'. This period marked his shift towards completely abstract art, showcasing his innovative use of liquid paint.

Pollock showcases his Collage at an international exhibition held at Art of This Century. The Collage is now lost. He was recommended for inclusion by Howard Putzel, the gallery director of Guggenheim, whom he had met the previous summer.

The Museum of Modern Art purchases The She-Wolf for $650, the first Pollock painting to be bought by a museum, based on the recommendation of James Thrall Soby, Sidney Janis, and James Johnson Sweeney.

Pollock begins his job as a custodian and preparator of paintings at The Museum of Non-Objective Painting located at 24 East 54th Street. This museum will later become the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum.

Pollock is part of the Spring Salon for Young Artists at Art of This Century, where he submits his work Stenographic Figure to the jury consisting of notable figures like Marcel Duchamp and Piet Mondrian. Despite initial skepticism, Mondrian's positive feedback leads to Pollock's inclusion in the exhibition.

Guggenheim pays a visit to Pollock's studio after being recommended by Putzel. Putzel tries to persuade her to offer Pollock a solo show, but she decides to wait until Duchamp also visits the studio.

Pollock's first solo exhibition at Art of This Century features fifteen oil paintings and several works on paper, showcasing pieces created between 1941 and 1943. The exhibition includes notable works like Guardians of the Secret, Male and Female, and The She-Wolf, marking a significant milestone in Pollock's career.

An interview with Pollock is published in Arts & Architecture where he discusses his preference for living in New York over the West. He expresses his views on modern painting and the significance of New York in his artistic journey.

Pollock's solo exhibition at The Arts Club of Chicago features seventeen paintings and eight drawings, including notable works like Guardians of the Secret and Male and Female.

In 1945, Jackson Pollock signed a contract with Peggy Guggenheim's art gallery, marking a significant milestone in his career.

On October 19, 1945, American painter Jackson Pollock married fellow artist Lee Krasner.

On October 25, 1945, Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock got married at the Marble Collegiate Church on Fifth Avenue. They later moved into a farmhouse in East Hampton, Long Island.

On October 29, 1945, Jackson Pollock married the painter Lee Krasner, forming a notable artistic partnership.

In November 1945, Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock moved into a farmhouse at 830 Fireplace Road in The Springs, East Hampton, Long Island. Their new home had a backyard that overlooked Accabonac Creek.

In November 1945, Jackson Pollock and his wife Lee Krasner moved to a new location, possibly for artistic inspiration or personal reasons.

On December 19, 1945, Jackson Pollock bought a studio in the Springs area of East Hampton. The studio was located in a barn at 830 Springs Fireplace Road.

Pollock presents eleven oil paintings and eight temperas, including Troubled Queen, at his third solo exhibition at Art of This Century. The show receives positive reviews from critics.

In 1946, Jackson Pollock's iconic 'drip and splash' style, for which he is best known, emerged abruptly.

On June 3, 1946, Jackson Pollock created 'The Key', an artwork measuring 59 x 84 inches and made of oil on canvas. It is currently housed in The Art Institute of Chicago.

Pollock participates in the Annual Exhibition of Contemporary American Painting at the Whitney Museum of American Art for the first time, showcasing his canvas Two.

Pollock holds his fourth solo exhibition at Art of This Century, displaying sixteen paintings including Peggy Guggenheim's Mural and two distinct groups: the Accabonac Creek Series and the Sounds in the Grass Series.

Pollock showcases his work Mural in the Large Scale Modern Paintings exhibition at The Museum of Modern Art.

Jackson Pollock displays his artwork titled Galaxy at the Whitney Annual exhibition from December 6, 1947, to January 25, 1948.

Jackson Pollock holds his first solo exhibition at the Betty Parsons Gallery from January 5 to 23, 1948, showcasing seventeen paintings including Alchemy, Cathedral, and Full Fathom Five.

Pollock's second show at the Betty Parsons Gallery in 1948 featured twenty-six works, including pieces like Number 1A, Number 5, and The Wooden Horse: Number 10A. Lee Krasner later explained the use of numerical titles to focus on the pure painting aspect.

On April 16, 1949, Jackson Pollock created the artwork 'Number 8, 1949' which is known for its unique style.

In an exhibition organized by Jane Sabersky at The Museum of Modern Art, Jackson Pollock showcases two sculptures. The exhibition will later travel to twelve U.S. cities from November 1949 to May 1951.

Life magazine publishes an article questioning if Jackson Pollock is the greatest living painter in the United States. The article includes photographs of Pollock at work and in front of his artwork Summertime: Number 9A, 1948.

Jackson Pollock displays an untitled painting at the Samuel M. Kootz Gallery in an exhibition that also features other prominent artists. This exhibition plays a role in defining the Abstract Expressionism movement.

Jackson Pollock holds his third solo show at the Betty Parsons Gallery, showcasing thirty-five works with numerical titles. The exhibition includes works from 1948 that were unsold in a previous exhibition.

On December 16, 1949, Jackson Pollock exhibits his artwork titled Number 14, 1949 at the Whitney Annual exhibition.

On January 27, 1950, The Museum of Modern Art acquires Jackson Pollock's artwork titled Number 1A, 1948.

On May 20, 1950, Jackson Pollock signs a letter initiated by Barnett Newman criticizing The Metropolitan Museum of Art for its disregard towards modern painting.

From June 8 to October 15, 1950, Jackson Pollock showcases three paintings at the U.S. Pavilion during the XXV Venice Biennale.

On June 14, 1950, a film by Hans Namuth showing Pollock at work, coproduced and codirected with Paul Falkenberg, premieres at The Museum of Modern Art.

On July 1, 1950, Jackson Pollock delved into his painting process, experimenting with new techniques and styles.

From July 22 to August 12/15, Jackson Pollock has a solo exhibition at the Museo Correr in Venice, showcasing twenty paintings, two gouaches, and one drawing from Peggy Guggenheim's collection. The exhibition includes notable works like Alchemy, Full Fathom Five, and The Water Bull.

Jackson Pollock showcases his artwork 'Number 8, 1950' at the Sidney Janis Gallery in New York as part of the Young Painters in U.S. & France exhibition organized by Leo Castelli.

Jackson Pollock displays his painting 'Number 3, 1950' at the Whitney Annual exhibition, showcasing his abstract art to a wider audience.

Namuth finishes filming Pollock working on a painting on glass, Number 29, 1950, outdoors despite cold weather. Pollock drinks alcohol for the first time in two years after filming, leading to disruptive behavior.

Pollock's fourth solo show at the Betty Parsons Gallery features works from 1950, including Lavender Mist: Number 1; Number 3; Number 7; Number 8; Number 27; Number 28; Number 29; Autumn Rhythm: Number 30; One: Number 31; and Number 32. The critical response is generally favorable.

On December 11, 1950, a letter written by Jackson Pollock was published in Time magazine, addressing a certain issue or topic.

In January 6, 1951, Jackson Pollock wrote a letter to Alfonso Ossorio, possibly discussing artistic matters or personal correspondence.

Life magazine publishes a photo of Pollock and other artists known as the 'Irascible Eighteen' protesting an exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, leading to their recognition as the 'Irascibles'.

Pollock's artwork Number 1A, 1948 is featured in the exhibition Abstract Painting and Sculpture in America at The Museum of Modern Art, showcasing his abstract art to a wider audience.

Pollock's artwork Number 8, 1950 is part of a group show, Véhémences Confrontées, organized by Michel Tapié in Paris, highlighting Pollock's contribution to abstract art.

From November 26 to December 15, 1951, Pollock holds his fifth solo show at the Betty Parsons Gallery, exhibiting twenty-one paintings including Number 11, Number 14, Number 17, Number 18, Number 19, and Echo: Number 25, primarily done with black paint on raw canvas.

With the help of Alfonso Ossorio and Michel Tapié, Paul Facchetti organized the first exhibition of Pollock's works from 1948 to 1951 in Paris, marking a significant moment in Pollock's career.

Four paintings by Jackson Pollock, including The She-Wolf, Number 6, 1952, Convergence: Number 10, 1952, and Number 12, 1952, are featured in an exhibition organized by The Museum of Modern Art and selected by Andrew Carnduff Ritchie. The exhibition starts in Paris and travels to several European cities.

Jackson Pollock displays his painting Number 5, 1952 at the Whitney Annual exhibition.

Jackson Pollock holds his first solo exhibition at the Sidney Janis Gallery, showcasing twelve paintings from 1952, including Blue Poles: Number 11, 1952 and Convergence: Number 10, 1952. This exhibition marks a significant moment in Pollock's career.

A Retrospective Show of the Paintings of Jackson Pollock is organized by Clement Greenberg at Bennington College, Bennington, Vermont. The exhibition features eight paintings spanning from Pasiphaë (c. 1943) to Echo: Number 25, 1951, showcasing the evolution of Pollock's work.

Artnews ranks Pollock's November show at the Sidney Janis Gallery as the second-best exhibition of 1952, following an exhibition by Joan Miró. This recognition highlights the impact and significance of Pollock's work in the art world.

Pollock's second solo exhibition at the Sidney Janis Gallery in February 1953, originally scheduled for November 1953, featured 10 paintings from that year, including The Deep, Easter and The Totem, and Portrait and a Dream.

Jackson Pollock holds his second solo exhibition at the Sidney Janis Gallery, showcasing ten paintings from 1953, including notable works like The Deep and Easter and the Totem.

Lee Krasner has a solo exhibition at Stable Gallery featuring her large collage paintings, while Jackson Pollock finds it challenging to paint as Krasner's artistic career flourishes.

In 1956, photographer Hans Namuth captured images of Jackson Pollock in the process of creating his artwork.

Jackson Pollock, the famous artist known for his unique painting style, tragically dies in a car accident while driving drunk. The accident also claims the life of his friend Edith Metzger, while another passenger, Kligman, survives.

The Museum of Modern Art holds a retrospective exhibition for Jackson Pollock, showcasing thirty-five paintings and nine watercolors and drawings from his mid-career period. Originally planned as a mid-career show, it now serves as a memorial to the late artist.

Jackson Pollock's conversations with artists were documented in the book 'Conversations with Artists' by Selden Rodman in 1957.

In 1959, Reynold's News dismissed Pollock's work as 'not art' and 'a joke in bad taste', highlighting the polarizing nature of his abstract expressionist paintings. This criticism contrasted with the praise from other artists and critics who saw the depth and innovation in Pollock's creations.

In 1973, the Australian government purchased Number 11, 1952 (Blue Poles) by Jackson Pollock for US$2 million, the highest price ever paid for a modern painting at that time. The painting is now one of the most popular exhibits at the National Gallery of Australia.

In 1978, the publication of 'Jackson Pollock: A Catalogue Raisonne of Paintings, Drawings, and Other Works' by Francis V. O'Connor and Eugene V. Thaw provided a comprehensive collection of Pollock's artistic works.

In 1980, Lee Krasner, the wife of Jackson Pollock, was interviewed by Barbara Rose about Pollock's artistic process and life, providing insights into the artist's world.

In 1983, Lee Krasner donated Jackson Pollock's papers to the Archives of American Art, where they were later archived with her own papers.

The Pollock-Krasner Foundation was established in 1985 to function as the official estate for both Jackson Pollock and his widow, Lee Krasner. It also aims to assist individual working artists of merit with financial need.

The Pollock-Krasner Authentication Board was founded by the Pollock-Krasner Foundation in 1990 to assess newly discovered works for an upcoming catalogue supplement, although the Foundation has previously declined involvement in authentication cases.

In 1998 and 1999, Jackson Pollock's work was honored with a large-scale retrospective exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City.

In 1999, physicist and artist Richard Taylor conducted computer analysis showing similarities between Pollock's painted patterns and natural scenery fractals, coining the term 'fractal expressionism' for Pollock's style.

In 2000, the biographical film Pollock, directed by and starring Ed Harris, based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography about Jackson Pollock, was released. The film also featured Marcia Gay Harden, who won an Academy Award for her portrayal of Lee Krasner.

In 2003, 24 paintings and drawings similar to Jackson Pollock's style were discovered in a locker in Wainscott, New York.

In 2004, One: Number 31, 1950 was recognized as the eighth most influential piece of modern art in a survey involving 500 artists, curators, critics, and dealers.

In 2005, the Pollock-Krasner Foundation used fractal analysis for the first time in an authenticity dispute to differentiate between disputed paintings and established Pollocks.

In November 2006, Jackson Pollock's No. 5, 1948 became the world's most expensive painting when it was sold privately for US$140 million. This sale set a new record in the art market.

In 2007, an authenticity suit was filed over the painting 'Untitled 1950' sold by Knoedler Gallery to Pierre Lagrange for $17 million. The suit revealed yellow paint pigments not available until around 1970, leading to a confidential settlement in 2012.

In September 2009, art historian Henry Adams claimed in Smithsonian magazine that Jackson Pollock had written his name in his famous painting Mural (1943), which is now insured for US$140 million.

In 2013, Pollock's painting Number 19 (1948) was sold at Christie's auction for US$58,363,750, contributing to a total sales of US$495 million in one night, marking it as the most expensive auction of contemporary art to date.

A 2015 study using fractal analysis achieved a 93% success rate in distinguishing real from fake Pollocks, leading to further research on Fractal Expressionism.

Jackson, an alcoholic, passes away in a tragic drunk driving accident.

In 2023, an unidentified Pollock painting was found in Bulgaria after international police agencies tracked down art smugglers. The painting's value is estimated to be up to 50 million euros.