#cultural-history

#cultural-history

"The romance of hair is too prolific a subject to be lightly handled." The evolution of facial hair acceptance reflects cultural attitudes that have shifted dramatically over the centuries, showing how societal norms dictate personal expression. This historical context reveals the complexities surrounding the idea of beards and mustaches, which once carried significant stigma but later became symbols of status and masculinity.

Chinese landscape paintings, particularly from the Tang, Song, Yuan, and Ming Dynasties, convey deep insights into the history, politics, and philosophy of China's resilient culture. They are metaphorical, reflecting the fears, values, and essence of the people.

Ira Levin began researching his tale of demonic pregnancy in 1965, serving as an inadvertent chronicler of the not-yet-blooming occult revival of the era.

Dinner and a show has long been the go-to answer for how to spend an indulgent evening. More than a hundred years ago, the origins of cabaret in France saw guests gasp between bites at performers singing, dancing and striking poses.

Before it found its home in New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty's head was on display at the 1878 Paris World's Fair. The statue has a rich history and was gifted by France to symbolize friendship and freedom.

Ballroom culture has something to teach the world about what it means to be human and the struggle for freedom in the face of catastrophe.

Theodor Adorno remarked that Walter Benjamin's words transformed everything they touched as if they had become radioactive, highlighting his profound impact on language and narrative.

"At The Dead Rabbit Group, we believe that Irish hospitality is for everyone. San Patricios is our chance to show that spirit through a different lens, one that honors the shared struggles and celebrations of the Irish and Mexican people."

The tradition of cake pulls in Southern weddings involves the bride inviting close friends to pull ribbons from the wedding cake, with charms symbolizing good luck or fate.

The Mamdani surname tells a story of migration, resilience and community-building that spans centuries and continents.

A couple of 2024 studies offered a few clues into what turns speech into music and why humans started singing in the first place.

Amanda Respess invites readers to explore the complex interplay of maritime technology and cultural history through a concise survey of premodern seafaring practices.

The Juneteenth Champions art exhibit showcases 30 black and white portraits by Ted Ellis, celebrating individuals from 1865 to the present who impacted Juneteenth.

Warren skillfully links our contemporary understanding of place names to the rich histories and connections that shape our relationship with birds, showcasing nuances in language and culture.

Haus am Waldsee is celebrating its upcoming 80th anniversary in 2026 with its inaugural Summer School, inviting participants to explore the complex histories of the institution.

In exploring the medieval Islamic world's relationship with music, Ansari reveals how music's appropriation from Greek origins contributed to its standing as a scientific discipline.

The issue generated a celebrity mini-scandal by recruiting Roseanne Barr as an editorial consultant, prompting media watchers to ponder the implications of such a collaboration.

British betting, deeply rooted in culture, has evolved with technological changes, from horse racing's elite origins to the rise of online bookmakers becoming a norm.

We cannot understand the culture of Renaissance Italy if we look only at the conscious intentions of the artists, writers and performers, since their work was shaped by institutions, expectations, and audiences.

Sant'Antioco is Italy's fourth largest island, rich in maritime history and cultural influences, offering tranquil experiences far from the crowds of more popular destinations.

Barry Johnson has been an incredible mentor, guiding writers in the exploration of arts journalism through his passion for storytelling and culture.

Hawaii has this beautiful way of, even when you have nothing to give, it will meet you there; it has a way of healing broken parts of you.

Adams emphasizes how hamburgers have become symbols of gender and power in society, particularly through advertising that objectifies women while commodifying meat.

I just felt like nobody had really pulled together the whole arc of how these movies evolved and how they reflect what's going on culturally.

"It was one of those rare islands that was not settled until 500 odd years ago," Dr. Harris says. "That is to say, 100,000 years after we left Africa as a human species, it took until 500 years ago for Bermuda and other places to be settled by people. So, its geography has been very important to the development of its culture."},{

"The NPS is the steward of America's most important places and the narrator of our most powerful stories, told authentically, accurately, and built upon scientific and scholarly research."

Denise McKinney's extensive collection of around half a million matchbooks showcases Southern California's motel history, reflecting regional culture and nostalgia through unique promotional artifacts.

The GAA was and always has been an inherently political organisation. The deadly RIC attack on Bloody Sunday 1920 turned Croke Park into a reluctant landmark for the lives lost in the fight for independence.

This remarkable discovery of the MingKwai Chinese typewriter highlights its significance in bridging cultural and technological gaps, embodying Lin Yutang's vision for simplified communication.

"Half a dozen girls in an English boarding school thought it a good joke to send a valentine to the Pope… They received a nice letter from Antonelli, and the autograph blessing of the Pope."

The leaked 1967 government report suggesting that peace wasn’t in society’s best interest was a hoax yet manipulated public perception, fueling decades of conspiracies.

Neary's pub, standing just a curtain call from the Gaiety Theatre, has a rich history filled with dramatic events, including protests and theatrical surprises.

I played for Lyn, the best team in Oslo, in the late 1960s. You would open the newspaper and see adverts: We have an apartment for rent, but not for people from the north.' You felt disgusted to see it.