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Antique Decorative Folding Fans

We recently acquired four beautiful antique folding fans- a decorative form of ephemera with a rich history. Decorated fans date back to as early as 3000 BC, and have been both a beautiful piece of...

Influential Women of the Sky and Space

On International Women’s Day, we celebrate and remember the great and powerful achievements of women throughout history and today. Two women who have made an impact on women’s achievements are Amel...

Celebrating Our Presidents

With Presidents’ Day coming up, we reflect on those who molded our proud country into what it is today. From George Washington to Dwight Eisenhower, there are so many great names we cherish and tre...

Denver & Rio Grande Railroad

Much of Colorado’s history and development can be traced back to the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad. Read more in this week's blog.

Discovering Yellowstone

Many might be surprised to learn that America’s early railroad companies were instrumental in the creation of our national parks. Read more about the discovery and establishment of Yellowstone.

What Are Engravings and How Are They Made?

Engravings were a great way to represent our country's history and document special events throughout time. The versatility of engravings made them extremely popular amongst artists and art collect...

Norman Rockwell

Norman Rockwell is one of the most famous American artists and illustrators to date. Read more about this influential artist in this week's blog.

Sharing America with the Masses

As new territories were added to the Union in the early 19th century, artistic depictions gave the American population a look at what was yet to be claimed in the west.

Adolphe Hippolyte Dufour's 1864 Map of America

Original maps have become more scarce and hard to come by, and those that have survived are collectible for many different reasons. One example of a highly collectible original map is this beautifu...

The Famous “Christy Girls” by Howard Chandler Christy

Howard Chandler Christy was a brilliant mind and a talented artist who brought America together through the use of art and representation.