American Terri(s)tory
This week, we commemorate the dissolution of our English colonial identity by commemorating our uniquely American ones. Ironically, for a country that struggled with its own colonization, America has only grown larger.
Presidents
Everything’s Coming Up Archives
We all know about a historical connection between the National Archives and Broadway from the show Hamilton, but did you know there are many more links between our records and the theatrical world?
Let’s Boogie
April is Jazz Appreciation Month, and we want to join the celebration and tip our hats to this uniquely American art form. Born out of the South in the early 20th century, jazz has infused the musical scene with a rhythm and sound like no other. Presidents throughout the past century have been fans, including Reagan, Carter, and Clinton.
You’ve Got Mail!
The urgency of Paul Revere’s historic ride proves that even in the earliest days of our nation’s history, there was often a need for haste to get our messages delivered. What we now call “snail mail” was never going to be fast enough for a people anxious for independence.
As our borders expanded, our desire to overcome the barriers of distance and time became a common thread in our shared story. Several pivotal innovations redefined our ability to connect with one another and get our messages across.