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Holidays

History of Holiday Hellos

Many of our current holiday traditions can be traced back to Victorian England, especially for the ever-popular Christmas card! In the early …

Home Cooking

When November comes, many of us here in the United States begin to think of the food-filled holiday that is Thanksgiving.  We’re …

A Holiday for Working America

Have you been looking forward to the three-day weekend that accompanies the celebration of Labor Day? Have you ever wondered what led …

Happy Fourth of July!

Happy Fourth of July from the Ohio History Connection! From bands and boats, to children’s parades, Ohio sure knows how to celebrate …

Happy Halloween from Ohio Memory!

Calling all goblins, ghouls, witches, and werewolves– it’s spooky season! Whether you live for the bone-chilling fear of ambling through a haunted …

It’s Turkey Time!

Each year as November rolls around, many Americans’ thoughts turn to turkey. But how did this uniquely North American bird become a …

A Variety of Valentines

Dearest Valentine… Happy Valentine’s Day! Need some inspiration for your special gift? In addition to browsing the vintage valentines on Ohio Memory’s …