Nirvana Singing “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” for RuPaul, 1993
This post was originally published on this siteNirvana singing “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” for Rupaul’s talk show backstage at their 1993 Saturday Night […]
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The 1964–1965 New York World’s Fair: A Vision of Tomorrow
This post was originally published on this siteHeld in Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, Queens, the 1964–1965 New York World’s Fair was a dazzling showcase of innovation, […]
1950s Halloween: Simple and Homemade Charm
This post was originally published on this siteIn the 1950s, Halloween costumes for children were a charming blend of simplicity and homemade creativity. Unlike today’s […]
Amazing Vintage Photographs From a 1960 Costume Contest and Halloween Party Somewhere in Los Angeles
This post was originally published on this siteThese rare photos from a 1960 Halloween party and costume contest in Los Angeles, captured by LIFE photographer […]
Two People Dressed as the Twin Towers at the Halloween Parade in Greenwich Village, New York City, 2001
This post was originally published on this siteThese photos of two people dressed as the Twin Towers were taken during the 2001 Greenwich Village Halloween […]
30 Fascinating Vintage Snaps of People Dressing in DIY Robot Costumes for Halloween From the Mid-20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteRobot costumes have a rich history for Halloween, particularly becoming a popular DIY and cultural phenomenon starting in […]
Fascinating Photos of the 1964–65 New York World’s Fair
This post was originally published on this siteThe New York World’s Fair of 1964–65 was one of the largest and most ambitious international exhibitions of […]
Fascinating Photos of Expo 67 in Montreal
This post was originally published on this siteExpo 67, officially known as the 1967 International and Universal Exposition, was a world’s fair held in Montreal, […]
40 Beautiful Vintage Photos From the 1964–1965 New York World’s Fair
This post was originally published on this siteThe 1964–1965 New York World’s Fair was an international exposition held in Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, Queens, New York […]
1984 Blue Moon Festival Through Fascinating Photos
This post was originally published on this siteThese fascinating photos from Simon Evans captured people at the Blue Moon Festival in 1984. This was one […]
Fourth of July Parade Winner, 1900
This post was originally published on this siteLeela McAdam (nee McCabe), winner of the best decorated bicycle for the 1900 Fourth of July parade in […]
Lill Lindfors Losing Her Skirt at Eurovision Song Contest 1985
This post was originally published on this siteThe Eurovision Song Contest 1985 was the 30th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, held on May 4, […]
Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger Dancing for a Joke During 1990 Cannes Film Festival
This post was originally published on this siteIn these 1990 photos, action stars Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger are photographed dancing the waltz in Cannes, […]
This Fresh Eggs-Head Actually Won First Prize in an Easter Egg-Head Competition in 1980
This post was originally published on this siteYou can’t talk about the 1980s without discussing bold fashion risks. With blown fresh eggs, this 21 year […]
The Easter Bonnets From the Victorian Era
This post was originally published on this site Easter is the celebration of Christ’s resurrection, and traditionally, people wore new clothes to church as a […]
Sharon Tate During a Easter Themed Photoshoot With Columbia Studios, 1968.
This post was originally published on this siteSharon Tate, in 1968 Easter-themed photographs taken to promote The Wrecking Crew. She kept the Steiff rabbit and […]
Fascinating Vintage Photos of 15 Hollywood Starlets Posing With Big Shamrock in the Background
This post was originally published on this siteHollywood starlets in the mid-20th century often embraced St. Patrick’s Day with glamorous and festive celebrations. The golden […]
45 Vintage Snaps of the Cullen Baker Fair in 1976-77
This post was originally published on this siteThe Cullen Baker Fair is an annual event held in Bloomburg, Texas, typically on the first Saturday of […]
1890 New Year’s Day Greeting Card Made by Prominent Early Seattle Citizens
This post was originally published on this siteProminent early Seattle citizens Henry Yesler, Bailey Gatzert, and Moses Maddocks made a New Year’s Day tradition out […]
Wonderful Photos That Show the New Year’s Eve Home Party of a Japanese-American Family in the 1950s
This post was originally published on this siteA 1950s New Year’s Eve home party would feature festive décor like tinsel, balloons, and a clock for […]
30 Funny Snapshots of People Celebrating New Year From the Mid-20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteIn the mid-20th century, New Year’s celebrations were marked by a combination of traditional customs and the vibrant […]
Joan Crawford Posing With Her Christmas Tree at Home in 1928
This post was originally published on this siteJoan Crawford, 22 years old, with her Christmas tree at home in 1928. This photo was taken 30 […]
Another Year, Another Weird Victorian New Year Greeting Cards
This post was originally published on this siteIn Victorian England, Christmas cards were relatively new (introduced in the 1840s), and sending New Year’s greetings became […]
35 Strange and Humor New Year Greeting Cards Issued by Kinney Bros. in 1890
This post was originally published on this siteThe Kinney Tobacco Company was an American cigarette manufacturing firm that created the Sweet Caporal cigarette brand and […]
Unique Costumes for Children and Adults by Jane Asher From the 1980s
This post was originally published on this siteJane Asher’s Fancy Dress is a costume design book first published in 1983 by British actress and author […]