The Rise of Motown

The Rise of Motown

The Rise of Motown. Motown Records, the Detroit-based record company founded by Berry Gordy in 1959, transformed the music landscape of America and beyond. With an initial loan, Gordy not only created a platform for black musicians during a time of racial divides but...
Halloween in the 1950s – More Fun, Less Fear

Halloween in the 1950s – More Fun, Less Fear

Halloween in the 1950s was a time of excitement and anticipation for children. The holiday was less commercialized and more focused on community and family. Trick-or-treating was a popular activity, but it had a different feel than it does today. Back in the 1950s,...

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