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4 retro taco salad recipes that are perfect for summer (1987)
Consisting of lots of lettuce, browned hamburger, a variety of vegetables, sauces and dressings, a taco salad is a meal in itself.
See how Disneyland’s spooky Haunted Mansion has delivered thrills & chills since 1969
Disneyland's Haunted Mansion is filled with 999 retired spooks and spirits who have taken up permanent residence at this California theme park. Sneak a peek!
The A-Team: Why this 80s action series was an unexpected smash hit
For those who have not seen it, 'The A-Team' is a straightforward pile-driver of a show, a blue-collar 'Mission Impossible' without the finesse. Here's a TV show review from 1983!
See 109 colors of discontinued Revlon nail polish from the 1980s
Check out more than 100 different colors of discontinued Revlon nail polish from the 1980s, from Super Platinum and Spunsugar Pink to Blackberry and China Almond.
Great gazebos: Classic & vintage backyard designs you will love
See how gazebos became one of America's favorite outdoor retreats with a look back at some vintage styles and backyard designs!
The Impossible Pie recipe book: 12 easy dinner recipes & desserts from 1982
The Bisquick Impossible Pie recipe book is filled with 'no time to cook' pies: Bacon, quesadilla, cheeseburger, lasagne, taco, brownie, cheesecake & more!
12 totally trendy 80s Trapper Keeper notebooks & binders
A Trapper Keeper was a binder/portfolio that came in a wide range of colors and designs, and kits in the '80s & '90s loved them. See which ones you remember!
Triple lemon ripple cake with cream cheese recipe from 1982
One thing that makes this triple lemon ripple cake stand out is that it has a rich, lemony cream cheese filling in the middle of the Bundt cake!
The fascinating story of Smokey the Bear, and how only YOU could prevent forest fires (1940s)
Smokey the Bear, the friendly brown bear that said, 'Only YOU Can Prevent Forest Fires,' was a powerful force in stopping forest fires. Here's his story.
Inside the rambling 160-room Winchester Mystery House, doors lead into blank walls, staircases end in midair, trap doors spring to the floors below, and elevators rise through the roof.
Vintage above-ground pools like these made swimming & summer water fun affordable
Remember these vintage above-ground pools - the kind that were big enough to actually swim in, but that you didn't need to dig a big hole for?
How the Rubik’s Cube puzzle toy became a worldwide sensation
After hitting the market in the early 1980s, it didn't take long for the Rubik's Cube to become one of the most popular toys ever. Here's a look back!
This lattice-top chicken bake recipe is easy weeknight comfort food direct from 1984
Here's a retro '80s recipe for a lattice-top chicken bake -- a cheesy chicken casserole with golden biscuits baked right on the top.
Remember these vintage fruit-flavored drinks in flavors like pineapple-grapefruit, apple, and Florida punch? Reminisce about Hi-C Drink flavors here.
See the fascinating evolution of vintage baby bottles over 80+ years
If you think there couldn't be much that's changed about vintage baby bottles in the past 100 years or so, you may be surprised. Here's a look!
Pudding in a cloud: A delicious retro dessert recipe from 1982
A heavenly idea! Pudding in a cloud. So lovely. So light. So luscious. You get two delicious tastes in every spoonful.
The old-fashioned Dymo label maker was easy to use and affordable - which meant that these colorful plastic sticky labels used to be seen almost everywhere and on everything.
Known as the speaking clock or POPCORN, calling the phone company for the time was a handy service helped people reset clocks years ago.
While many of us recall Dean Stockwell most fondly for playing Al Calavicci on Quantum Leap, he actually started out as a child actor and appeared in several films alongside well-known stars through the decades. Here's a look!
Pepperidge Farm remembers... but do you recall all of these classic cakes, cookies, breads, turnovers & other treats they made years ago? (And did you know they once made canned soup?)
Inflation calculator: See how much the dollar was worth years ago
Use our inflation calculator to see how prices have changed over time. Discover the value of money across decades with this easy-to-use tool.
Old-fashioned peanut butter cookies: Check out these 20+ delicious retro recipes
Peanut butter cookies are an American treat that have been a favorite for generations. Check out our huge collection of this classic recipe and its variations!
Vintage copy machines: See the kinds of old photocopiers that offices used to have
To help you remember the heyday of the Xerox, check out some vintage copy machines here - and be grateful that email and scanners have made running a business nowadays so much simpler.
We found 50+ fun & funky vintage bath towels that will make you feel nostalgic
Check out the charm of these vintage bath towels. This collection of classic ads showcases the unique designs and craftsmanship from back in the day.
E.T. – The Extra-Terrestrial: This magical 1982 blockbuster movie defined our childhood
E.T. - The Extra-Terrestrial, with his oversized, glowing heart, has been capturing the fancy of moviegoers since he touched down in earthbound theaters to the tune of about $3 million a day.
Red Lobster restaurant history: Look back at the dining experience in the 70s, 80s & 90s
Was Red Lobster restaurant where you got your first taste of seafood? The first Red Lobster restaurant was in Lakeland, Florida, and opened its doors
Invented in the 1960s, Kellogg’s Pop Tarts toaster pastries are more popular than ever
Kellogg's wasn't the first to invent fruit-filled toaster pastries, but Pop Tarts have dominated the market for 60 years and are more popular than ever.
Michael J Fox rocked the 80s: A look back at his dazzling rise to fame
Step back in time with Michael J Fox. From Back to the Future hero to Parkinson’s advocate, discover his enduring legacy in our exclusive vintage collection.
Fashion history timeline: 61 of the greatest dress styles in American fashion history
See how dress styles have evolved from the 1600s to the 1990s Explore the evolution of dress styles from the 1640s to the 1990s, beginning
1980s & 1990s liquid soaps made lots of people gave up bar soap
Liquid soaps like these were still somewhat of a novelty in the 1980s and 1990s, and people were happy to get a break from using bar soaps when they washed their hands. See some of the old brands here!
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