Note: This story has been reported in newspapers since the 1930s, and is all over the internet including the History.com but the Alabama Department of…
Below are old photographs related to Christmas at the Alabama Department of Archives and History - they should bring back memories. Information with the photographs…
Christmas Memories of Orphan Annie and Dick Tracy by Inez McCollum As I think back to Christmases shared by my parents, brother and I,…
It's almost Christmas. I hope life isn't too frantic for you. When I look back on life, there is one thing I will always…
This is an old Southern favorite recipe. How do you make yours? SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE 1 Large can sweet potatoes (or equivalent in fresh…
It is December 31, 1852, and Henry Hydenwell sits at his desk. He dips his pen in ink and begins to write his New…
Mobile's MoonPie drop was listed as one of seven weird items that will drop on New Year's Eve in the Los Angeles Times of…
Early Memories of New Year’s Celebrations in the ‘60’s by Jean Butterworth There was a saying on New Year’s Eve that my parents always…
Today is the Alabama Theater's birthday! The Alabama Theater opened on the night of Monday, December 26, 1927. Lane Carter, a writer for the Birmingham…
May love and laughter light your days, and warm your heart and home. May good and faithful friends be yours, wherever you may roam.…
Days Gone By in Alabama by Peggy Sue Harmon In reading Jean Butterworth’s article on her Christmas family tradition, my memories were stirred (even…
Merry Christmas Everyone! I hope you are having a great one! This video should bring back memories -enjoy! Check out our latest…
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