Treacherous Hearted President
The Whig Party organized in opposition to Jacksonian policies and defeated Jackson’s heir-apparent, Martin Van Buren, in his bid for a second term in the 184...
For enthusiasts of early banjo
A resource and gathering site for people interested in playing and constructing early banjos, and the history of minstrel music in America.
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Bully Brooks
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Bloomer Costume
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Rail Splitters Polka
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Rail Splitters Polka
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Leavitt’s Jig.
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North Star and Song of the Free
"Though written and performed late in 1847, “Oh! Susanna” was published the following February by 21-year-old, Stephen Foster. It did not take long for the tune to become massively popular and used for lyrics of the Gold Rush and,…"
North Star and Song of the Free
Though written and performed late in 1847, “Oh! Susanna” was published the following February by 21-year-old, Stephen Foster. It did not take long for the t...
Fashions of 1847 Made with Clipchamp
"First time I viewed this, I was surprised that You Tube has a voice recognition device that gives the lyrics. They weren't always correct but it made me realize I need to improve on enunciation. I used Audacity and it was…"
Fashions of 1847 Made with Clipchamp
In the early ‘80s, I was invited to join two others and play some tunes and lead dances at Conner Prairie, Indiana. I had to shave my mustache as we were de...
Bully Brooks
When Al Green recently arose in protest in the House chamber, it wasn’t Congress’ most notable appearance of a cane. On May 19, 1856, anti-slavery Senator C...
Bloomer Costume
The more equality women gain, the more some insecure men seem to feel emasculated. I wouldn't be surprised if women's equality prompted Josh Hawley's book, ...
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Where did people go?
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A new Discussion - why
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Shopping for a banjo
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Mistake?
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Unusual 19th century shoes and j-hooks
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