Stories of American grit
The history behind the art, and the craft behind the frame.
Mount Rushmore: The Story Behind the Monument
Four presidents. 60 feet tall each. Carved by dynamite over 14 years. Mount Rushmore is America's most ambitious self-portrait.
FDR and the New Deal: How One President Reshaped America
FDR took office in 1933 with 25% unemployment and failing banks. What he did next changed the relationship between the federal government...
The American Muscle Car Era: A Decade-by-Decade History
The American muscle car was born from the postwar economy, killed by OPEC and insurance companies, and resurrected by nostalgia. Here is...
Classy 4th of July Decor Ideas (Not Tacky)
Independence Day decor doesn't have to look like a yard sale. Here's how to do patriotic with genuine taste.
State Pride Wall Art: Why Texans, Montanans, and Wyomingites Love It
State pride wall art works because it's specific. Here's why it resonates — and which states drive the most demand.
The Battle of Yorktown: How America Won Its Independence
The Siege of Yorktown in October 1781 was the last major battle of the Revolution. When Cornwallis surrendered, the British band played...