In recognition of Family-History Month in October, Fort Bend County Libraries’ Genealogy & Local History Department at George Memorial Library will join the Genealogy Network of Texas (GNT) in a state-wide, collaborative Genealogy Lock-In for family-history buffs on Friday, October 17, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., in Room 2C of the library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond. A series of teleconferences …
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Discover Early American History with The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Today, Colonial Williamsburg is pleased to announce the launch of 11 new stories on Google Arts & Culture. This collection builds on our joint commitment to share immersive stories about early America with a global audience, making the country’s rich history more accessible than ever. This new release is a testament to the power of digital …
US Hair Museum Finds New Homes for Its Eerie Art in Independence, Missouri
Century-old wreaths made from human hair fill the walls of Leila’s Hair Museum, and glass cases overflow with necklaces and watch bands woven from the locks of the dead. There also are tresses purported to come from past presidents, Hollywood legend Marilyn Monroe and even Jesus. For about 30 years, this hair art collection in the Kansas …