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Erector Sets were the ultimate hands-on toy: See how they built more than just fun (1913)
The basic concept hasn't changed much in 100 years, but vintage Erector Sets like these are still popular, still inspiring creativity, and still being used to build everything from mini roller coasters to motorized robots.
Television history: How TV magic all started, and who really invented it (1920s)
Television history goes back farther than most people think. Here’s how early inventors built the first TV sets--and why it took a team to pull it off.
The history of Levi's jeans shows that the power of a really good idea - like super-durable clothing that people like to wear - can make for a business that stays strong for more than 160 years.
In the start, she was known just as a dancing girl - but then her acting career blossomed. Here is a look back at young Joan Crawford's career - and her fashionable clothes, too.
120+ gorgeous, glamorous actresses of the 1920s
Take a look back at these talented and glamorous actresses of the 1920s, who were some of the first nationally-known celebrities because of their presence on the big screen.
Remember when every girl wanted a Lane hope chest? See 20+ vintage hope chests from the 20th century
Way back when, it's what every girl wanted: A cedar-lined Lane hope chest for linens and her trousseau. In upper-middle-class homes, giving a teen cedar chest was a longstanding tradition -- and practically a requirement for marriage.
Hot chocolate: 15 delicious vintage cocoa recipes
Raise your glass for some warm and wonderful classic hot chocolate recipes from across the years! Try cocoa mixtures with a variety of flavors and even some international flair.
Vintage 1920s clothing: See 44 glamorous fashions from 1922, and how they were made
Explore the transformative world of 1920s clothing, where fashion embraced freedom and modernity, reflecting the dynamic spirit of the Roaring Twenties.
In 1922, Washington DC had their biggest blizzard in 34 years, and in many ways, it brought the city to a halt. Here's a look at the nation's capital covered in snow so long ago.
32 fascinating vintage selfies you probably have never seen
These vintage selfies, several of which date back to the 1800s, prove that the desire to capture our own images has been around for a long time. Here's how people took self-portraits with old cameras long ago!
Vintage Halloween party ideas: A collection of over 100 years of festive fun
Try not to be too creeped out by this collection of vintage Halloween party ideas spanning over a century!
Back when cheap Halloween party decor was a distant dream, people had to make their Halloween decorations the old-fashioned way: by getting creative. Ghoul School 1919 is now in session!
Vintage Kodak movie cameras for film: Brownies, Instamatics, Super 8 & more
They weren't cheap, but these vintage Kodak movie cameras were really popular, and helped people save moving-picture memories on fiolm.
Can you imagine cooking on one of these gorgeous antique kitchen ranges from the 1920s & 30s?
These beautiful antique kitchen ranges from the 1920s & 30s were huge and heavy. See vintage ads and photos that showcase these unique appliances!
12 classic old-fashioned sweet potato pie recipes
All of these sweet potato pie recipes come from the early part of the 20th century -- from 1915 until 1922 -- and should give you some ideas for ways to spice up a sweet potato pie of your own!
Great gazebos: Classic & vintage backyard designs you will love
See how gazebos became one of America's favorite outdoor retreats with a look back at some vintage styles and backyard designs!
The Great Depression newspaper headlines: Turmoil & uncertainty after the 1929 stock market crash
When the newspapers first reported on the 1929 stock market crash, nobody knew what was coming. See these Great Depression newspaper headlines for how it began.
These vintage tips to identify antique silver come from the 1940s - and include diagrams, descriptions and photos of lots of vintage silverwork.
Inside the rambling 160-room Winchester Mystery House, doors lead into blank walls, staircases end in midair, trap doors spring to the floors below, and elevators rise through the roof.
See old-fashioned swimsuits & what people wore to the beach 100 years ago
Take a look at these modest old-fashioned swimsuits for men and women, seen on real beachgoers and early movie actresses, with many high-quality and colorized vintage photos!
When you look back at these old photos of skyscraper construction, you'll see men way up high without harnesses, walking along beams suspended hundreds of feet above the street, and swinging on cables.
3 from-scratch traditional pound cake recipes (1920)
The traditional pound cake recipe got its name from the measurements of some ingredients used in the recipe -- a pound of butter, a pound of sugar and a pound of flour. More than a century ago, the recipe changed to something a little lighter, but no less delicious!
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 The charm of vintage public swimming pools from the early 1900s transports us back
Inflation calculator: See how much the dollar was worth years ago
Use our inflation calculator to see how prices have changed over time. Discover the value of money across decades with this easy-to-use tool.
Vintage Mother’s Day cards like these were cute & cheerful
Here's a look back at some sweet vintage Mother's Day cards from the 20th century, including a few of the 240 million greeting cards for mom that were sold in just one year, back in 1959.
Fashion history timeline: 61 of the greatest dress styles in American fashion history
See how dress styles have evolved from the 1600s to the 1990s Explore the evolution of dress styles from the 1640s to the 1990s, beginning
Old-fashioned candy: See dozens of irresistible sweets from the 1940s & earlier
Old-fashioned candy in the US traces its roots from luxury 1800s treats to timeless favorites. See how these sweets have captured the affection of generations.
Clara Bow: The actress who was a dazzling darling of the Roaring 1920s
Join us for a look back at the ever-alluring Clara Bow, Hollywood's original "It Girl," and you'll see why she's still so well-loved today.
Explore how vintage drugstores and the pharmacy apothecary once sold not just tonics and elixirs, but also narcotics like cocaine & heroin with ease.
How do old hotel rooms compare to today’s? Take a look back at 80+ motels & hotels to see!
Hop in the time machine for a whirlwind tour of 20th-century hotel rooms that are like stepping into a living history book!
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