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The History of Memorial Day

This Monday, May 27th, is Memorial Day. Aside from being the unofficial start to summer, Memorial Day honors the fallen soldiers that served the United States in dedication to freedom and liberty. ...

Rare Art Conservation

Ever wonder what exactly goes into conservation of rare and old items? Oil paintings, frescoes, statues, and alike are all subjected to wear and tear over time. Some of the most precious works of a...

Our Mother's Day Picks

Mother’s Day is right around the corner! Shop these unique picks for mom, including custom drink ware, stylish perfume, and interesting decor for the home. Mother’s Day is May 12th-- what are you g...

George Washington's Inauguration

230 years ago, on April 30th of 1789, George Washington was inaugurated as the first president of the United States. Washington was administered the oath of office on the balcony of Federal Hall at...

Over Two Centuries of the Library of Congress

The Library of Congress was established in Washington, D.C. on this day, April 24th, in the year 1800! The Library of Congress is America's oldest federal cultural institution and the world's large...

"I Want YOU!" - James Montgomery Flagg

James Montgomery Flagg (1877-1960) was one of the most prominent poster artists during the first half of the 20th century. His unique and influential art captured the hearts of Americans and encour...

Understanding the Value of Facsimile Documents

We offer a variety of engraved documents that are facsimile copies of the originals. We often get asked, “If it is a facsimile, then why is it valuable?” This question comes up a lot, and we are he...

Pennant Flags

A pennant is a versatile flag that can be transformed to relay different meanings and messages. The pennant was one of the principal varieties of flags carried during the Middle Ages. Pennants can ...

Unique Barware You Need at Home

Kick off your spring season with unique, American-made glassware. We highlight unique pieces of Jan Barboglio’s collection. Everything, from decanters to shot glasses, is hand-crafted and unique. B...

Unique Autograph Collages

Did you know that we at The Great Republic create our own custom collages to highlight unique pieces of Americana? We take original artifacts and transform them into collages, which highlight their...