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The Hobo Songs Craze of the 1920s: A Melodic Reflection of Wandering Souls
In the 1920s, the United States experienced a unique cultural phenomenon known as the Hobo Songs craze. This musical movement captured the spirit and struggles of the itinerant workers known as hobos, who roamed the country in search of work and adventure. These songs provided a voice to the often-overlooked wanderers of that era and…
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Ghost Signs (Sleight Of Hand) Video
The new Ghost Signs (Sleight Of Hand) video published on Youtube by Modern Time Machines is a beautiful time-warp travel back in time in tribute to the changes of SoCal downtown Silver Lake and Sunset Boulevards. Directed by Modern Time Machines member Ben Golomb, the video was a 10-year labor of love collecting photos and…
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Preserve Your History at the West Virginia Mine Wars Museum’s Community Archiving Days
The West Virginia Mine Wars Museum is hosting Community Archiving Days to help residents preserve their personal and family histories related to the Mine Wars era. This event invites community members to bring photographs, documents, and artifacts for digitization, ensuring these important pieces of history are preserved for future generations. The museum staff will assist…
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Star Route Farm: Fostering Food Sovereignty and Social Justice in Agriculture
Star Route Farm, located in Charlotteville, NY, is not just an average farm; it is a beacon of social justice and food sovereignty. With a mission centered around challenging systemic food inequities, the farm aims to grow nutritious food and ensure it reaches those who are food insecure, all while fostering strong community ties and…
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Uniqlo Goes Hyperlocal with City Journal: A New Dimension in Lifestyle Marketing Through Zines
In an innovative shift towards hyperlocal marketing, Japanese fast fashion giant Uniqlo has launched the Uniqlo City Journal, a series of city-exclusive zines designed to resonate with local cultures and lifestyles. Teaming up with photography and art book publisher Jiazazhi, Uniqlo has created two initial editions for Shanghai and Wuhan, each offering a unique urban…
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Trigg Historical Society Secures $5,500 Grant from Kentucky Colonels for Community Engagement Projects
The Trigg County Historical and Preservation Society has received a grant of over $5,500 from the Kentucky Colonels’ 2024 Good Works Program. This funding will be used to purchase a wooden train set based on the former Cadiz Railroad, inspired by one of the children’s books written by member Linda Wood, who also filed the…
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Rant Zine’s Tribute to Clunk
Chad Maupin, a local illustrator known for capturing the essence of Fayetteville, has recently launched a new 32-page zine called Rant. The inaugural issue pays tribute to Chris “Clunk” Selby, a beloved local figure. Clunk, who has been a fixture in the community for over two decades, is celebrated for his contributions as the owner…
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Somerset County to Preserve and Digitize Stories of Enslaved People
Somerset County, New Jersey, has received a grant from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities to preserve and digitize the stories of enslaved people listed in the county’s historical inventory books. These fragile documents, which span over a century and a half, contain valuable information about the lives of enslaved individuals, including their names…
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Reading Frederick Douglass Together at Aptucxet
The Bourne Historical Society is set to host a special Juneteenth event titled “Reading Frederick Douglass Together at Aptucxet” on June 19 from 5 PM to 7:30 PM. This gathering, held at the Aptucxet Trading Post Museum in Bourne Village along the Cape Cod Canal, will feature a communal reading and discussion of Frederick Douglass’s…
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Hosting a Postcard Exhibit at Your Local History Museum
Concept Overview Hosting a postcard exhibit at your local history museum is an enriching way to delve into the community’s past and present. Such an exhibit not only showcases beautiful imagery but also captures the essence of communication and travel throughout different eras. This initiative can foster community engagement, celebrate local history, and provide educational…
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