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Snow removal 100 years ago: See how they did it without modern-day tools
Here's a look back at snow removal 100 years ago, so you can see how much work went into clearing cities after blizzards and other big winter storms.
The life & humor of vaudeville comedian Marshall Pinckney Wilder
Marshall Pinckney Wilder was a hugely successful comedian during the late 1800s and early 1900s.
The 1862 Homestead Act: How it transformed America & changed our society forever
Find out how the Homestead Act of 1862 helped shape American society in dramatic ways by playing a vital role in the settlement of vast US prairie lands.
These antique fabrics from the 1890s & early 1900s are unexpectedly bright & colorful
Here are more than 100 colorful antique fabrics from right around the turn of the century - bright and bold vintage textiles that feature florals, tiny patterns, plaids, stripes, dots, paisley and other beautiful classic designs.
When Florence Nightingale died, tributes poured in from around the world -- including ones from American sources like this one.
This extraordinary color photography from the early 1900s brings history to life
Find out how some of the earliest color photography was created using potato starch!
The $2 bill: Can you still spend a two-dollar bill? Why do they even exist? Find out here!
Considering that people typically love money, the $2 bill has been ridiculously unpopular. Here's a look at how it came to be, and why it's one of the rarest US currency notes.
Vintage circus posters from the 1890s-1930s: Come one, come all to the greatest shows on earth!
Vintage circus posters are a fantastic way to get a glimpse into the world of the old-fashioned circus and all the excitement it offered!
See the lavish Theophilus Conrad-Caldwell mansion in Old Louisville
The magnificent Conrad-Caldwell mansion - also known as the Theophilus Conrad house - in Louisville, Kentucky, was completed in 1895, and was a luxurious home with detailed stonework and woodwork.
After modern concrete was invented in the 1800s, the world was never be the same again
From the Pantheon to skyscrapers: Modern concrete rises through the ages Concrete is one of the most versatile construction and design products available — one
The original Baker’s one-bowl brownies recipe (1994)
This easy 1990s recipe for Baker's one-bowl brownies uses just 7 ingredients: chocolate, butter, sugar, flour, vanilla, eggs, and walnuts. They combine to make a fudgy homemade dessert that's absolutely delicious.
Happy New Year! A look back at 40 elegant vintage postcards
Take a look back in time at some vintage postcards sent by people in the first two decades of the 1900s to wish friends and family a happy new year!
12 amazing old indoor swimming pools that will make you want to dive right in
It's incredible to see how awesome -- in size, in design, in popularity -- old-fashioned indoor swimming pools could be. Here, take a look at 10 gorgeous pools from days gone by!
Festive Christmas table settings: Ideas for holiday tables with retro style (1900s-1990s)
With a little thought and care - plus the inspiration of these lush holiday table settings of yore - you can create unforgettably nostalgic Christmas table settings that will be remembered for years to come.
See amazing pictures of elegant old Pasadena, California, from the days before cars
When you scroll through these wonderful pictures of old Pasadena from around the turn of the century, you can practically imagine strolling these elegant tree-lined streets, and seeing Victorian mansions, schools and libraries up close.
Look back more than 100 years to see how women wore some popular vintage hats from the early 1900s, and you will get an idea of just how important they were to society back in the day.
See how vintage drugstores 100 years ago sold lots of things you can’t (legally) buy anymore
Here are some things you could buy at vintage drugstores - including many dangerous and strange things that you won't find anywhere today, but were popular in markets during the Victorian and Edwardian eras.
Remember old-fashioned striped outdoor tents & cabanas? Take a look back!
As charmingly retro as they seem, small striped outdoor tents (also called palmetto or lawn tents) were nothing new in the 1960s and 1970s -- in fact, they have been used for centuries.
How to throw a formal dinner party, Edwardian-style (1905)
Want to host a throwback celebration, with ideas straight out of the early 1900s? Here's a menu describing each of the fourteen courses served at a formal dinner party, plus other hosting tips for an event with true Edwardian style.
Heat wave! How people had to stay cool & cope with hot weather 100+ years ago
Before air conditioning and refrigerators existed, see some of the ways people managed to stay cool during the great New York heat wave of 1911!
These idyllic scenes from old Atlantic City show the fancy hotels, beautiful boardwalk, busy beaches, and fashionable crowds - all part of why the city and the Jersey shore used to be one of the east coast's top vacation destinations.
What is a Craftsman house? See exteriors of more than 70 classic Stickley-style homes
What was a classic Craftsman house like - and what made it unique? Find out more here about this vintage architectural style and its founder, Gustav Stickley - plus see more than 70 old examples of this iconic design.
Here’s how to have a festive 4th of July with a vintage vibe!
Here are some fun ideas and recipes to give your July 4th holiday a truly retro vibe, plus a look back at the history of Independence Day!
The fascinating history of the American flag, and its evolution since 1777
There’s so much *story* packed into the history of the American flag & how its design adapted over nearly 200 years -- in step with the evolution of our union.
The insights and inventions of Dr George Washington Carver - which he gave freely to the world - revolutionized the South, and helped millions out of poverty.
Huge old outdoor public swimming pools like these made summertime cool for everyone 100 years ago
100 years ago, public swimming pools were vital for summer survival After the concept of public baths faded from favor, but before post-war homeowners started
24 adorable vintage Easter cards from the first decades of the 1900s
Here is a collection of 24 colorful vintage Easter cards from the early twentieth century!
Erin go bragh! 17 antique & vintage St Patrick’s Day postcards from the 1900s
Here, see a collection of antique & vintage St Patrick's Day postcards -- sweet little hello notes people sent to each other a century ago!
The original Wizard of Oz Broadway musical from 1903 looked like nightmare fuel
Check out some original 'Wizard of Oz' cast photos from 1903, and see if you don't think the characters seem creepy — maybe even a little bit ghoulish.
Inside the White House: 35 amazing photos from the early 1900s during Teddy Roosevelt’s Presidency
The White House in the early 1900s showed off President Teddy Roosevelt's renovations, updating it for the 20th century. Here's a look back at the mansion, inside and out, in high-resolution photos, plus detailed descriptions of the rooms.
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