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Lunch Box History Unpacked
How television and the emerging pop culture influence transformed the humble, working-man's lunch box into a staple of American school children cool.
The Story Behind the Fabulous Elmer's Auto & Toy Museum Collection
Elmer and Bernadette Duellman built a world-class collection of vintage pedal cars, motorcycles, collector cars, antique bicycles, signs and toys. Enough to fill five buildings. It will soon be in the hands of Mecum Auctions. Before that, the family shares one last story.
Finding an Old Evinrude 'Pal' on the Road
Sure, the vintage outboard motor is dented and rusty, but aren't we all? Our intrepid travel writer Rick Cook takes home a new, old friend with patina to spare.
Fred Smith's Wisconsin Concrete Park
How could a retired, arthritic lumberjack in northern Wisconsin, unable to read or write, create hundreds of mesmerizing folk art sculptures during a frenzied 15-year output? Welcome to Fred Smith's Wisconsin Concrete Park, a world of wonder and whimsy.
Carving Out a Decoy Tradition
History and artists flock together to make Maryland’s Havre de Grace the 'Decoy Capital of the World.'
Collecting Manhole Covers
Who in their right mind would collect cast iron manhole covers? Not to be taken lightly, manhole covers do have mass appeal. We weigh in on the history of what’s underfoot.
Railroad Memorabilia Building Up Steam In The Market
Recent auctions highlight how collectors are 'all aboard' fast-moving popularity of railroad memorabilia.
B&O Railroad Museum Showcases U.S. Railroad History
Your journey to the birthplace of American railroading begins at the stunning B&O Railroad Museum in Baltimore. All aboard!
The History of 'Mother' Pillows
Dating back to the War of 1812, soldiers shipped their love home to dear old Mom in the form of rhyming and sentimental pillow talk.
For 52 Plus Joker Members Card Collecting Is The Real Deal
The world's largest playing card collector's association attracts enthusiasts, magicians and cutting-edge designers who love holding all the cards.
Meet Janey Ellis, a Mid-Century Woman in a Very Modern World
A self-proclaimed old soul, this Southern California blogger known as the Atomic Redhead blends her passion for mid-century living with the reality of the digital age.
Collecting Nutcrackers
During the holidays, wooden toy soldier nutcrackers familiar to all fill store shelves. But the history of nutcrackers is filled with far more wonder and craftsmanship than any shopper could imagine.
The (Big) House Always Wins: Prisoners Once Operated Casino
Nevada State Prison 'Bullpen' offered every game of chance, and the brass gambling tokens are now highly collectible.
Tom Hanks Thinks You Need A Typewriter
Hollywood's Mr. Nice Guy, Tom Hanks, loves vintage typewriters. Here are his 11 reasons why you should too.
