Here are this week’s historical highlights, touching on photography, sports, folk music, prison libraries, and the Library of Congress. “Annie… Read more Historical Highlights 183
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Firsts of 2018 in Pictures
In 2015 I flew in a helicopter; in 2016 I made marmalade; in 2017 I vacationed in California. Now here… Read more Firsts of 2018 in Pictures
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Here are your weekly historical highlights — articles touching on books, genealogy, science, archives, history majors, and even a snowball… Read more Historical Highlights 173
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This week’s historical highlights feature a cool new game, some British history, and audio-visual materials in archives. Enjoy. I can’t… Read more Historical Highlights 172
2018 Gift Guide: 20+ Gift Ideas for History Buffs
Here is my third annual gift guide for history buffs! (You might also find the perfect gift in an older… Read more 2018 Gift Guide: 20+ Gift Ideas for History Buffs
5 Things I Learned in August
Today I’m joining Emily Freeman to share what I’ve learned lately. Feel free to chime in in the comments! Charlotte… Read more 5 Things I Learned in August
Who Was Charlotte Mason?
Have you heard of the British educator Charlotte Mason (1842-1923)? My sister and I are both interested in homeschooling our… Read more Who Was Charlotte Mason?
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This week it seems like I’ve come across more interesting Historical Highlights than usual. If you want to learn about… Read more Historical Highlights 153
Three Things I Miss About Working in Archives
During my first semester of graduate school I applied for a co-op placement, in which I would work (for pay!)… Read more Three Things I Miss About Working in Archives
Four Movies for Victoria Day
Did you know that Canada is the only country in the world to celebrate Victoria Day? I was surprised to… Read more Four Movies for Victoria Day
A Visit to the Military Museums of Calgary
Since it was a holiday today we decided to go out for lunch and then visit the Military Museums of… Read more A Visit to the Military Museums of Calgary
Firsts of 2017 in Pictures
This is my third year compiling a list of “firsts” to post on my blog. At the end of 2015… Read more Firsts of 2017 in Pictures
2017 Gift Guide: 20+ Gift Ideas for History Buffs
Last year I published my first list of gifts for history buffs. Here are 20 more gift ideas for you… Read more 2017 Gift Guide: 20+ Gift Ideas for History Buffs