There is Something on The Back

There is one line of text along the bottom edge on the back of the Declaration. It reads, "The Original Declaration of Independence July 4th 1776," This docket (identifying label) was visible when the document was rolled up for storage.

The Fading Declaration

Years of public display before coming to the National Archives caused this treasured document to fade. Today it is maintained under the most exacting archival conditions possible.

The Lee Resolution

The Lee Resolution of the proposal that started it all and led to the creation of the Declaration of Independence.

Richard Henry Lee–Proposer of Independence

Most of us have heard of Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, Ben Franklin and some of the other founding fathers of our country, but have you ever heard of Richard Henry Lee?   In not, he was the man that proposed Independence, and started the movement towards the Declaration of Independence.

The JFK Limo Remained in Service

Did you know that the limousine that John F. Kennedy was assassinated in on November 22, 1963, remained in service for another 13 years before it was retired in 1977?

Abby Durfee Gray Borden

Abby Borden was the second wife to Andrew Borden. She was 37 years old and considered to be an old maid when they married. Abby used the Durfee to link her with one of the first families in the area.

Lizzy Borden

Lizzie was born on July 19, 1860. At the age of two, she suffered the loss of her mother. However, she remained close to her father. Lizzie told many she had no memory of her mother. Her older sister, Emma, appeared to be the only constant in Lizzie's life. Emma was friend and mother to a young Lizzie.

Who was the Good Doctor from Across the Street?

Dr. Bowen was a physician and neighbor of Andrew Borden, has, for over a century been a person of interest to those who study the Borden homicides.

The Story of Eli Bence, May Have Changed the Outcome.

The 27 year old face gazing earnestly above the tightly buttoned , notched lapels has a beseeching look. Other than a few courtroom sketches, this portrait is how most people who study the Borden case recall Eli Bence.

Where did Sunglasses Come From?

The summer. A time for relaxing at the beach or by the pool. But what about that bright sunshine? Sunglasses have been around a lot longer than most people think.