The Muslim prophet Muhammad observed the first Eid (or celebration) with his followers after winning the Battle of Badr. In 622, the Muslims left their…
The U.S. Postal Service honors pioneering marine biologist Eugenie Clark (1922–2015) with the release of a new commemorative stamp. Affectionately known as the “Shark Lady,”…
The Florida Everglades are one of the most famous natural areas of the southeastern United States. They begin near Orlando at the Kissimmee River, travel…
On April 2, 2020, in Crestwood, KY, the United States Postal Service® will issue the Garden Corsage stamp (Non-denominated priced at the 2-ounce rate) in…
George Morrison (1919-2000) is considered the grandfather of Native modernism. A member of the Minnesota Chippewa tribe and the post-war abstract expressionists, he blended his…
Families come together each year to celebrate Hanukkah, the joyous Jewish holiday also called the Festival of Lights.The story of Hanukkah—“dedication” in Hebrew—tells of reclaiming…