Jewelry
April 24, 2023

20 Pieces of Jewelry Inspired by Earth’s Natural Wonders

What if you could capture the world's most mysterious and magnificent natural wonders in the palm of your hand? Well, thanks to a handful of earth-loving artisans and designers, you can! Rooted in admiration for the environment, this quirky collection of nature-inspired jewelry honors the sticks, stones, seas, and stars that comprise our splendid planet.

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Archeology
April 23, 2023

19th-Century Shipwreck Found “Frozen in Time” at the Bottom of Lake Huron

Early in the morning on September 26, 1894, the crew of the 191-foot Ironton—a schooner barge—was in a panic. Cut loose from the steamer that had been hauling the boat and its crew through the frigid waters of Lake Huron, the Ironton was out of control. Buoyed by the wind as the crew failed to set the sails properly in the gale, the ship swung off course and collided with another steamer named Ohio.

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Sculpture
April 23, 2023

Artist Spends Months Arranging Children’s Building Blocks Into Incredible Architecture

Many of us remember playing with some sort of building blocks growing up. While the plastic LEGO bricks might be the most well-known, Dutch brand KAPLA has been producing chunky wooden planks since the 1960s. Italian artist Raffaele Salvoldi began using this nostalgic childhood activity during the COVID-19 pandemic. This pastime quickly blossomed into an ongoing project titled Wood Arc, in which he constructs enormous towers entirely from KAPLA blocks.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.