When Did Halloween Change?

When Did Halloween Change?

Halloween used to be about vandalism, pranks and hooliganism, not children, candy and costumes. Americans invented trick-or-treating during World War II, changing this story. Halloween traditionally celebrated mischief rather than costumes or treats, embracing its...
Covered Bridges…Why?

Covered Bridges…Why?

Rural America’s covered bridges are charming. From Thomas Kinkade’s “The Old Covered Bridge” to The Bridges of Madison County’s novel and movies, these charming, handcrafted buildings have been romanticized in popular culture. Despite...