April 11, 2026
Tag: tulips
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The Tulip Mania of 1637
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You may have heard about the War of the Roses, but when people are asked if they know about the 1637 Tulip Mania, they stare in bewilderment. To say the least, the Tulip Mania was one of the most bizarre economic events in all of western civilization. Cynthia Wood explains the basics.
Past Article
November 7, 2023 7 Comments
The black and white sketches by Montana’s adopted son, Bob Hall are telling of his era and the history of the state. His images on postcards were popular with collectors early on and the raw artistic talent Bob had, earned him the opportunity to work on WPA assignments and eventually become an author and illustrator.