1960s
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15 Christmas Gifts Under $5 From the 1960s
Christmas shopping in the 1960s looked very different from what we know today. Department-store catalogs, neighborhood toy shops, and drugstores were packed with affordable gifts that could make a child’s Christmas feel magical. Five dollars went much further back then,…
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15 Comedians From the Swinging Sixties Who Pushed It
The ’60s were a turning point in comedy. Performers started up with their push beyond punchlines and merely accepting satire. This era would end up producing comedians who didn’t just make audiences laugh, but actually changed how comedy was written…
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15 Shoes That Defined American Women’s Fashion in the 60s
Check out 15 Shoes That Defined American Women’s Fashion in the 1960s
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13 Dishes From the 1960s That Stole the Show
The 1960s were a golden time for flashy dining. People were popping out, and they were popping out for grandiose dinner parties at that. Here are some of those 13 iconic dishes from the 1960s. 1. Fondue Fondue didn’t spring…
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14 Classic 1960s Products That Illustrate an Era
Whether you were busy sketching up all kinds of wild Etch A Sketch doodles or pouring yourself a glass of the finest Tang, the 1960s had a whole lot of fun for a lot of people. These 15 products helped…
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15 Vintage Photos That Capture 1963
1963 stands as one of those vivid turning points in American history and culture. It felt like the ’50s in plenty of parts of the country, with its crew cuts corner diners and black-and-white TVs. These vintage photos strive toward…
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15 Blue-Collar Careers That Paid Well in the 1960s
The 1960s were a remarkable decade for many American blue-collar workers. For workers, a blue-collar career could provide a solid paycheck and a path toward homeownership and family stability. Average…
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16 Items Found Inside a 1960s Medicine Cabinet
During the 1960s, the First-aid kit was present in nearly every American bathroom. Behind a mirrored door above the sink, it held everyday essentials, from glass bottles of antiseptic to…
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18 Gorgeous Hairstyles That Defined American Life in the 1960s
Check out 18 Gorgeous Hairstyles That Defined American Life in the 1960s
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18 Beauty Products Women Used in the 1960s and 1970s That Feel Completely Outdated Today
These once-familiar beauty products filled vanities, bathrooms, and purses throughout the 1960s and 1970s.
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12 Vintage Moments in 1960s Halloweens
Halloween dating back to the 1960s provided plenty of feel-good creativity. Costumes would range from homemade ghosts getups all the way into clowns to pop culture icons that were inspired…
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15 Meals That Cost Less Than a Dollar in the 1960s
Discover 15 Meals That Cost Less Than a Dollar in the 1960s
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15 Activities Kids Did in the 60s That Would Shock Kids Today
Childhood in the 1960s looked very different from childhood nowadays. Kids spent much of their free time outside, finding ways to have fun without phones, tablets, or video games. Many…
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15 Attention-Grabbing Cars That Revved up the ’60s Scene
The 1960s delivered us some of the most stunning new vehicles that are out there. Ranging from the 1960 Chevrolet Corvette right on into the 1969 Pontiac GTO. With their…
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16 Photos That Capture Weekend Life in 1960s America
These vintage photos capture how Americans spent an ordinary Saturday during the 1960s, from errands and shopping to neighborhood fun.
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15 Collectibles From the 1960s That Have Become Surprisingly Valuable
The 1960s produced an enormous amount of cultural material: toys, records, magazines, and memorabilia. Decades later, a lot of it has become valuable, particularly items tied to major cultural moments…
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18 Pieces of Advertising From the 1950s and 1960s That Became Valuable Collectibles
Discover 18 advertising pieces from the 1950s and 1960s that became valuable collectibles, from vintage signs and displays to rare promotional items.
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16 Household Items From the 1960s That Were Made to Last for Generations
Discover 16 household items from the 1960s that were built to last for generations, thanks to durable materials, simple designs, and quality craftsmanship.
