Cheer up, Spring is coming…

Cheer up, Spring is coming…

…according to our inimitable Blanford Clock. Little-known fact: although also an example of William Blanford’s fine craftsmanship, this view of the constellations embodies a scientific breakthrough of the early 20th century. It solved the heretofore...
QUILTS: Art, History, Community

QUILTS: Art, History, Community

Two dozen quilts were chosen from our substantial collection, ranging from the middle 1800s through today. They’re amazing. Wednesday – Friday, Noon – 4 pm and Saturday 10 am – 4 pm (after the downtown Farmers Market closes on Oct. 12, Saturday...
Photo: Andy Aurora Visits Walton’s

Photo: Andy Aurora Visits Walton’s

Andy visits the first Walton’s, what would become Walmart, in Bentonville, Arkansas. Sam Walton was 32 when, in 1950, he opened his first five-and-dime in a former Ben Franklin store. This photo was taken May 23, 2019. Take Andy Aurora with you on your travels...

Pin It on Pinterest