The Hobo Songs Craze of the 1920s: A Melodic Reflection of Wandering Souls
In the 1920s, the United States experienced a unique cultural phenomenon known as the Hobo Songs craze. This musical movement captured the spirit and struggles of the itinerant workers known…
Ghost Signs (Sleight Of Hand) Video
The new Ghost Signs (Sleight Of Hand) video published on Youtube by Modern Time Machines is a beautiful time-warp travel back in time in tribute to the changes of SoCal…
Preserve Your History at the West Virginia Mine Wars Museum’s Community Archiving Days
The West Virginia Mine Wars Museum is hosting Community Archiving Days to help residents preserve their personal and family histories related to the Mine Wars era. This event invites community…
Star Route Farm: Fostering Food Sovereignty and Social Justice in Agriculture
Star Route Farm, located in Charlotteville, NY, is not just an average farm; it is a beacon of social justice and food sovereignty. With a mission centered around challenging systemic…
Creating a DIY Family History Zine: A Treasure Trove of Memories
Preserving family history is a meaningful way to celebrate your heritage and keep cherished memories alive for generations. One delightful and creative approach to documenting your family’s legacy is by…
Uniqlo Goes Hyperlocal with City Journal: A New Dimension in Lifestyle Marketing Through Zines
In an innovative shift towards hyperlocal marketing, Japanese fast fashion giant Uniqlo has launched the Uniqlo City Journal, a series of city-exclusive zines designed to resonate with local cultures and…
Grandpa Dunn AI Video: Falling In the Creek
This is a photo of my great, great grandfather as a young man; probably around 1890. Here, Hedra generates a video of a story I found in his life sketch…
Mary Visker: Living the Peaceable Life
Mary Visker, my cousin and the daughter of my father’s oldest sister Gwen, is an inspirational figure whose works focus on themes of faith, gratitude, and personal revelation. Her new…
Trigg Historical Society Secures $5,500 Grant from Kentucky Colonels for Community Engagement Projects
The Trigg County Historical and Preservation Society has received a grant of over $5,500 from the Kentucky Colonels’ 2024 Good Works Program. This funding will be used to purchase a…
A Look at Hedra: I create a video from a 70-year-old photo and an audio recording of my father
Hedra is a new AI-generated video creation tool that has just entered its public beta phase and is free to try. I’ve discussed many times how AI is going to…
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