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Home designs & decor from the 1950s
Fashion & beauty in the fifties
This Day in the Life in a 1950s Small Town film from 1952 shows how postwar America taught kids about work, community and civic values.
Vintage horror movies: Scary flicks from the silent age to the 60s
See how horror movies evolved from silent shadows to spine-chilling scares in the 60s, through eerie posters and promos from the past.
16 fun 50s costumes for men & women to rock the sock hop (or Halloween)
Whether you need 50s costumes for a themed party, Halloween party, or a cosplay event, here are some ideas that are perfect for the era.
Happy jack-o’-lantern carving tips from 1959 that still hold up
When jack-o'-lantern carving time rolls around, conjure up your own designs, or try one of these that use pumpkins or squash!
These adorable Nitey Nite footed sleepers helped sell bedtime routines in the 1940s and ’50s
Discover how footed sleepers in the 1950s were pajamas designed for warmth, comfort and a little independence.
History of Pepsi-Cola: See the popular soda brand over the years
Pepsi-Cola history began in a North Carolina drugstore in 1893 and grew through decades of quirky slogans and everyday moments across America.
How to make an easy Halloween retro robot costume – just like they did in the ’50s
With a few cardboard boxes and some aluminum foil, you can make robot costumes that will be the hit of the party. Some easy-to-make masks of aluminum foil will help to make each costume a little different.
Old-fashioned popcorn balls: 16 delicious classic recipes, plus expert popping tips
Popcorn balls were a holiday and party favorite for decades. See how these sticky-sweet treats became a go-to homemade snack in vintage America.
Capsule wardrobe basics, 1950s-style: 6 practical pieces, 12 sharp looks
This 1950s capsule wardrobe used just 6 pieces to make 12 outfits. See how vintage fashion got smart about style before the term even existed.
Lionel Trains: The must-have toy engine craze that powered the 1950s
See how Lionel Trains captured the imagination of 1950s kids with smoke, whistles and Magne-Traction power. Relive the golden age of toy railroads.
The “perfect” 1950s family, as told by a 10-minute film you weren’t meant to question
See how the 1950 film A Date with Your Family helped define the perfect 1950s family — and why it needed to remind people how to behave at the dinner table.
Jackie Gleason’s wild ride: How ‘The Great One’ shaped tv comedy (1940s-80s)
Jackie Gleason — born Herbert Walton Gleason Jr. on February 26, 1916, in Brooklyn — became one of America’s most recognizable personalities by mixing bold
Shirley Temple’s impressive second act started way beyond the silver screen (1946)
Shirley Temple rose from Hollywood child star to political powerhouse. Here's how she spent her life after leaving the big screen behind.
Dream Whip: Look back to when this powdered whipped cream first came out in the 50s
Dream Whip topping debuted in the late 1950s, and told customers that it was low in cost and low in calories - plus that it came a box, stayed fresh on a shelf, and needed no refrigeration.
Despite a spectacularly expensive launch, the 1950s Ford Edsel automobile was one of the greatest business failures of all time. Take a look back at these vintage cars here!
These easy Gold Rush brownies from 1951 are the chewy retro treat you didn’t know you loved
Gold Rush brownies are a chewy, egg-free dessert bar from 1951 made with chocolate chips, graham cracker crumbs and sweetened condensed milk.
Popular teen fashions by decade: How clothes told your entire high school story in the 1920s-70s
Explore teen fashions through the decades and see how high school style shaped identity, cliques, and culture from the 1930s to the 1970s.
Cracker Jack: The sweet history behind Cracker Jack prizes & the popular old popcorn treat
Cracker Jack became a pop culture icon with its caramel popcorn, peanuts and surprise prizes. See how this vintage snack won America's heart.
Romper Room made preschool fun before anyone else did
Romper Room brought preschool to TV screens across America -- explore how this unique show shaped early childhood learning for millions of kids.
Keds through the decades: How this cool all-American shoe became a classic (1920s-80s)
Keds sneakers have been a go-to for generations. See how this classic shoe evolved from 1916 to the 1980s with vintage styles, ads and fun throwbacks.
What were the most popular dog names from the 1950s through the 70s? Find out!
Discover the most popular dog names from the 1950s to the 1970s, collected from vintage records, contests and real-life hero pups.
See vintage Disneyland photos from its opening that capture the magic of the ’50s
See vintage Disneyland in its earliest days, with rare photos and stories from the park’s 1955 opening through its first years of magic.
Retro cash registers amazed people by figuring out exact change! (1950s & 1960s)
See how the cash register changed 1950s and 60s grocery stores and retailers with automatic change-making machines that sped up checkout and cut errors.
Small home decorating tricks from the ’50s that saved serious space and still work today
See how 1950s small home decorating ideas used smart space-saving tricks, clever storage, and stylish details that still work in today’s homes.
Dr Pepper history: How the famous soft drink made a big name for itself starting in 1885
Explore Dr Pepper history from its quirky origin story to its fizzy rise as America’s oldest major soft drink.
Delicious cherry angel food cake that’s soft, sweet & straight out of the ’50s
This fluffy cherry angel food cake benefits from having sweet chopped cherries mixed into the batter, giving this dessert a festive flair!
Vintage dog food: 40 old ads let you see what’s changed (and hasn’t) over the years
What were mutts and pedigreed pups eating in the '40s-'80s? Here's a look back at vintage dog food print ads & TV commercials you might remember.
1950s home workshop organization: Inspiring ideas for DIYers that stand the test of time
From neatly organized tool racks to clever storage solutions, these 1950s (and early 60s) home workshops maximize space and productivity.
40+ adorable celebrity baby pictures from before these stars were famous
From Carrie Fisher to Gene Kelly, explore a gallery of celebrity baby pictures and scenes from childhood that are sure to evoke a collective "Aww!"
Scholz home spotlight: What made the bold Mark 58 a mid-century marvel
Explore the Scholz home story with a look at the Mark 58 design, prefab innovation, and how this model changed mid-century homebuilding.
