Travel blogger Mariah Haberman rediscovers Baraboo, Wisconsin - and shares six of the area's most unique experiences.
The Randolph for The Brooklyn Circus scarf is an off-white silk scarf with printed graphics that nod to the history and story of the Tuskegee Airmen.
Just like you can't miss this arched "Kansas" on the back of this vintage-inspired bomber jacket, you can’t miss the giant display letters in the same font when you walk in Allen Fieldhouse. Jayhawks faithful know these beloved letters with a winning history as the “Circus Font," worn across the chests of 1990s legends like Paul Pierce, Jacque Vaughn, Raef LaFrentz, and Scot Pollard. To add even more character to this jacket, we used a vintage version of the Jayhawk logo beloved nationwide. Brought to you in partnership with College Vault.
The Ringling Museum of Art and Circus History is an incredibly unique museum. Located in Sarasota, Florida, the museum is a must-visit!
Rome is now home to a stunning food museum and library.
Recommended for: Primary Years (K-3rd), Intermediate Years (4th-8th) This book study was originally designed for our July 2024 Book Club Pick Summer of the Monkeys by Wilson Rawls. Now available as a standalone study, you can download and use in your homeschool or as book study with a group. Create lasting connections through this rich story while you study themes such as science, nature, geography, history, and language arts. Each download includes: Summer of the Monkeys Book Study with weekly lesson plans, recipes, and more Summer of the Monkeys Book Report Template Summer of the Monkeys Extension Book List Multimedia Reference Materials links Book Club Meet-up Guide Overview of Summer of the Monkeys Fourteen-year-old Jay Berry Lee is walking through the Ozark Mountains of Oklahoma in search of a lost cow when he encounters a tree full of monkeys. When Jay learns from his grandpa that the monkeys have escaped from a traveling circus, and there’s a big reward for the person who finds and returns them, he is thrust into a story of heart, humor, and excitement. Jay sets off, determined to catch the monkeys, as he has his eye on a pony and a hunting gun. By the end of the summer, Jay will have learned a lot more than he bargained for—and not just about monkeys. As you immerse yourself in the story, journey back in time and learn about the Civil War and Clara Barton, transportation in the late 1800s, and the history of the circus in America. Explore nature study as you learn about sycamore trees, chimpanzees, and fairy rings. Pack your bags and travel to Cherokee Nation and the Ozark Mountains. Themes covered in this study Cherokee Nation Trail of Tears Transportation in the 1800s Samuel Morse and the Telegraph Chimpanzees and Monkeys vs. Apes Ozark Mountains Sycamore Trees American Red Cross and Clara Barton Circus History Horses and Ponies Fairy Rings Compassion and Empathy Perseverance Access each month's Book Club picks and connect with other members by joining Treehouse Book Club.
Georges Seurat (1859-1891), Le Cirque, 1890-91, oil on canvas, 186 x 152 cm, Musée d'Orsay The Circus
The circus paintings are an important part of Dame Laura Knight's oeuvre. She portrayed the breathtaking shows and behind-the-scenes.
Cinema Scholars discusses the history of Warner Brothers animation from the very beginning through the creation of Bugs Bunny.
German actress and writer Erika Mann as Pierrot in der 'Pfeffermühle’, 1934 "I'm Pierrot," once said the late, great David Bowie: "I'm Everyman". We all know his face: white like the moon, his only friend, with sad black lines drawn around the eyes, smudged by a teardrop or two. He's dressed in a
Step right up and add a touch of nostalgia to your gifts with our Vintage Barnum & Bailey Circus Poster Wrapping Paper. This high-quality gift wrap features a vibrant collage of classic Barnum & Bailey circus posters, capturing the magic and wonder of the greatest show on earth. Perfect for circus enthusiasts, history buffs, and vintage art lovers, this wrapping paper will make your presents stand out with a unique and historical flair. Printed on premium quality paper using GreenGuard UL Certified inks, our wrapping paper is available in both classic matte and luxurious satin finishes. Each 20" x 30" sheet offers plenty of space for your creative gift wrapping, ensuring that your gift is as exciting and memorable as the circus itself. Whether you're wrapping a birthday present, a holiday surprise, or a special gift for a circus fan, this vintage-inspired wrapping paper adds a unique and thoughtful touch. Assembled in the USA and sustainably printed on demand, this wrapping paper is designed with both quality and environmental consciousness in mind. Features: Printed with GreenGuard UL Certified inks Available in Matte and Satin finishes Generous 20” x 30” size Assembled in the USA Delivery: Each sheet is printed on demand to ensure top quality. Please allow up to five business days for production. You’ll receive an email with tracking information once your order is ready to ship. Returns: If your wrapping paper arrives damaged or with a printing error, please contact us within 30 days for a replacement. Circus Poster Wrap Barnum & Bailey Vintage Gift Wrap History Gift Wrap Circus Wrapping Vintage Art Wrap Nostalgic Wrap Matte Finish Wrap Satin Finish Wrap High-Quality Wrap Circus Memorabilia Vintage Circus Historical Wrap
Sarasota, Florida, is renowned for its vibrant arts scene and beautiful beaches, but nestled within this coastal paradise is a treasure trove of cultural and historical wonders – the Ringling Museum. This sprawling estate, once the winter home of circus magnate John Ringling and his wife Mable, offers visitors a rich tapestry of art, architecture,
A guide to spending a weekend in Tarragona, with info on the best sights to see, where to stay, when to visit and the verdict on Tarragona for solo travellers.
Stettheimer painted Asbury Park South in 1920, after visiting the segregated New Jersey beach with author and Harlem Renaissance-patron Carl Van Vechten. Asbury Park has a long, checkered history when it comes to segregation, with its beaches forming something of a stage upon which the city’s racist policies played out. Local Black activists fought segregation on the beaches for decades, achieving incremental gains throughout the 19th and 20th centuries. Though over time laws were changed, and the city publicly disavowed discrimination on the basis of race in the 1930’s, Black visitors to the beaches continued to face discrimination, mistreatment and violence for decades.
If you close your eyes and picture a scientist, chances are you're seeing a man. We can't blame you, though. The assumption that science and innovation is a "men-only club" is still going strong. And women's contributions to science? Often treated like mere extras in a testosterone-filled blockbuster. This unfortunate perception has persisted, even after Charles M. Vest, MIT's former president, publicly acknowledged the rampant gender discrimination within his own institution. At MIT, women had fewer resources, earned lower salaries, and their influence... Let's just say they didn't have a front-row seat at the scientific symposium.
Before the QLine: Detroit's streetcar history
Combine history with science in this fun Mount Vesuvius activity. Your kids will learn all about Pompeii and volcanos with this STEM challenge.
