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The Disappearing Declaration: Preserving the Declaration of Independence

The Declaration of Independence has survived for over 200 years, but not without its scars. From folds and fading to even a handprint in the lower left corner, this impressive manuscript is well-wo...

An Interview with Stacey Lee Webber

We chatted with Stacey to learn more about the process of creating unique works of art from found objects of the current world and the past.

Flags of the American Centennial

America’s first Centennial was cause for great celebration. The flags produced during that period are an example of flagmakers' creativity and passion for displaying a symbol of American freedom. ...

How Washington Made a Name for Himself

George Washington’s name was known among the prominent circles in America and Great Britain, even before the Revolutionary War. But how was he so famous? It all goes back to his first solo mission ...

American Industries Stepping Up with Support: From WWII to Today

Time and time again, we have shown that we can come together to support each other when the going gets tough. This week, we draw a parallel between American industry during WWII and present day, wi...

Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death! The Famous Words of Patrick Henry

 “Give me liberty or give me death!” These famous words were spoken 245 years ago by Patrick Henry. Read more about his influence on the American Revolution in this week’s blog!

How the Washington Monument Came to Be

The Washington Monument stands as a tribute to our first president, George Washington, and is a focal point of the nation’s capital. The building of the Washington monument was not an easy venture,...

Celebrate Women's History Month

Women’s history is all around us; it has helped shape us and transformed the country that we call home. Truly, women’s history is American history. Every March, we take the time to recognize all th...

An American Wonder: The Grand Canyon

Today marks 101 years of the Grand Canyon as a National Park! Grand Canyon National Park is a wonder of nature that has been preserved and maintained by the National Park service for a century. Tod...

The Story of the Teddy Bear

Did you know that the Teddy Bear was invented in honor of American President Theodore Roosevelt? The now iconic children’s toy was named after Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt, and has an interesting his...