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Now open at the World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries, Charles Houska: Master of Play is a retrospective of the St. Louis artist’s work over his impressive 25-plus-year career, […]

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For more than 150 years, St. Louisans have entrusted the Missouri Historical Society with countless objects: photographs, diaries, home movies, clothing, books – items that future generations can turn in […]

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An international and multigenerational group of artists will take over the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis for Like Water, which considers water from different angles – from fonts of inspirations […]

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Patterns of Luxury: Islamic Textiles, 11th–17th Centuries showcases rare and magnificent examples of the Saint Louis Art Museum’s collection of early Islamic textiles, including many that have not been on […]

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Intertwined since the very beginning, the camera and the car revolutionized modern life in America. This photography exhibition at the Saint Louis Art Museum displays artistic work shaped primarily by […]

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Made literally from land, Pueblo pottery is one of America’s most enduring art forms, and the innovative exhibition Grounded in Clay: The Spirit of Pueblo Pottery connects a remarkable group […]

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The 1904 World’s Fair was a fascinating yet complex event that continues to evoke a range of emotions. It was grand and shameful. It was full of fun and full […]

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ALTON - Logo It has been in the Alton community for years, and owner Carley is gearing up for another busy back-to-school and wedding season. Logo It creates personalized clothing, water bottles, koozies, and plenty of other items for community members, schools, sports teams and businesses. Carley shared that the business is entering its busiest time of year, but she loves every minute of their work. “Really anything and everything that you can personalize, ,” Carley said. “My wedding was a personalized nightmare. Everything had our name on it. But it was great to see everything we could do.” Logo It recently purchased the private label water business from Folsom Distributing in Wood River. This means they can now personalize water bottles in-house. Logo It can make a case of water (24 bottles) or a couple of pallets for your next event, and Carley said this new side of the business has been “great.” While she loves the back-to-school

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Back by popular demand, Pompeii: The Exhibition returns to the Saint Louis Science Center on May 16. In 79 A.D., the thriving seaport city of Pompeii was frozen in time […]

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As more hospitals have gobbled up private physician practices, costs for childbirth and other services have gone up, according to a new study. Since the early aughts, the share of physicians in the United States working for hospitals has nearly doubled, according to the study published by the National Bureau of Economic Research, a nonprofit […]

Did you know that the average American family spends over $600 annually on back-to-school clothing? Beyond the financial strain, this consumption contributes to the fashion industry’s significant environmental footprint, including textile waste and carbon emissions. Organizing a back-to-school clothing swap not only alleviates financial pressures but also promotes sustainability and community engagement. This article explores how to successfully plan and execute a clothing swap that benefits families, schools, and the environment. Understanding the Benefits of a Clothing Swap A clothing swap is more than just a thrift event—it’s a strategic approach to reduce waste while fostering social connections. For families preparing for the school year, it offers an opportunity to refresh wardrobes without the expense of new purchases. Additionally, it encourages mindful consumption and introduces children to the value of sharing and recycling. Research indicates that textile

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August 7 has long been a date marked by events that have shaped the course of history across the globe. Perhaps the most impactful event tied to August 7 is the Battle of Khalkhin Gol in 1939, a decisive conflict between the Soviet Union and Japan. This fierce battle in the borderlands of Mongolia and Manchuria played a crucial role in shaping World War II's eastern front. The Soviet victory here effectively ended Japanese ambitions to expand northwards into Soviet territories, influencing Japan's strategic decisions to focus instead on the Pacific and Southeast Asia. This shift had far-reaching consequences for global geopolitics during the war and beyond. Moving back in time, August 7, 1782, witnessed a remarkable moment in the abolitionist movement. The British Parliament passed the Dolben's Act, named after Sir William Dolben, marking the first legislation to regulate the conditions aboard slave ships. This act was a significant early attempt to address the horrific abuses of

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