The National Museum of American History Library has recently acquired an interestingly shaped book—Sailors' Valentines, by John Fondas. Sailors' Valentines were constructed out of eight-sided boxes and decorated with a more »
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Images: Smithson letter of “May 9, Year 4” Bastille Day, a French national holiday, commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison by the populace of Paris to free political prisoners more »
The fascinating art of paper engineering is the focus of a new exhibit that is on display in the Libraries’ gallery at the National Museum of American History. Paper Engineering: more »
Wyokoff, Seamans, & Benedict, The Remington Typewriter, 1902, Illustration of Remington Standard Typewriter, No. 6 Keyboard This year marks the 142nd anniversary of the typewriter being patented. The innovation of more »
With summer now in full swing, outdoor celebrations and festivities are often centered on the picnic. Seemingly ordinary, the right food, accessories, and people can easily transform this common activity more »
Horizontal Freezer Co., Chicago, IL. Ice Cream and Candy Makers’ Factory Guide, 1907, page 17, Peach Ice Cream, Pistachio Ice Cream, Spinach Coloring, Almond Ice Cream. Ever tried pistachio ice more »
From the first camera obscura to the modern digital camera it's time to celebrate Camera Day. Well, actually, June 29 was Camera Day, but it's always great to celebrate! You more »