"We need the tonic of wildness...At the same time that we are earnest to explore and learn all things, we require that all things be mysterious and
Art is Irreplaceable
Art is Irreplaceable
When school districts are facing difficult budget cuts, one of the first things that gets tossed out the window is the arts: the marching band, the
Getting Your Kids Engaged in Culture-Making
Getting Your Kids Engaged in Culture-Making
During the 1860s, a writer and artist named William Morris began a movement that would later become known as the Arts & Crafts movement.
Expose Your Family to Art
Expose Your Family to Art
I grew up in a family that wouldn’t be considered artistically talented. Some families have members who all play stringed instruments while other
Art Is Not Mere Luxury
Art Is Not Mere Luxury
It was a symbol that inspired the hearts of the people. The name of the symbol carried the connotation of goodness - the word was literally, “good”
Signs of History
Signs of History
Growing up, I remember many times when we would travel as a family. I always wanted to get where we were headed as soon as possible, but often my dad
National History
National History
July 2, 1776. It was on this day that the Continental Congress in America decided to declare independence from England. Two days later, July 4th,
Discovering State History
Discovering State History
Here’s a fun fact; the Rockville Bridge in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is the longest stone arch bridge in the world. Constructed between April 1900 and
The Importance of Family History
The Importance of Family History
The witty humorist Mark Twain is believed to have said, “Why waste your money looking up your family tree? Just go into politics and your opponents